Dirleton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Russell Porter
Photo by Russell Porter
Photo by Jock Watson
Photo by Jock Watson
Photo by Jock Watson
Photo by Jock Watson
Photo "Dirleton" by Elisa.rolle (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Elisa.rolle (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Dirleton" by Elisa.rolle (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Elisa.rolle (CC BY-SA)

Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and château or palace

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(189 reviews)

A focal point of Scottish history that dominates Edinburgh’s skyline and which has served as a fortress, a palace and home to the crown jewels.

Edinburgh Castle
Princes Street

Princes Street

4.5/5(42 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

Royal Mile

4.5/5(64 reviews)

With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.

Royal Mile
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

University of Edinburgh

4.5/5(30 reviews)

The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4/5(7 reviews)

Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Activities

At Bo'ness Railway Station

Trains and Planes Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion

AU$250
per adult
Trains and Planes Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion
Puffins in Scotland on a trip from Edinburgh

Puffin Boat Trip & Tantallon Castle Day Trip from Edinburgh

AU$334
per adult
Puffin Boat Trip & Tantallon Castle Day Trip from Edinburgh
Self Drive Scottish Heritage Golf Trail

Self Drive Scottish Heritage Golf Trail

AU$21
per traveller
Self Drive Scottish Heritage Golf Trail
Highland Cows, Walk Alpacas & Visit A Scottish Wildlife Center

Highland Cows, Walk Alpacas & Visit a Scottish Wildlife Centre

AU$1,427
per traveller
Highland Cows, Walk Alpacas & Visit a Scottish Wildlife Centre
Each member of your party will have the opportunity to lead their own alpaca on a farm walk!

Glasgow Wildlife Centre Higlands Cow Apacas Walking Tour

AU$1,418
per traveller
Glasgow Wildlife Centre Higlands Cow Apacas Walking Tour
Edinburgh station on sunny day

Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets

AU$523
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
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Our pick of the best Dirleton Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$443 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$443
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,970 reviews)
"This hotel’s location is perfect! The staff was friendly & helpful. However, in the photos they show the top floor as available for guests. It’s not. It is only for functions, which is kind of crazy since it has one of the best views of the castle around."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$470 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$470
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,739 reviews)
"Anastasia greeted us and helped us with parking and luggage and made us feel particularly welcome. Everyone at the hotel is well trained in customer service and helping guests to be comfortable. The location is great, food is fine, would return."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$333 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$333
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,275 reviews)
"Well located; very flexible on luggage storage"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$242 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$242
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (928 reviews)
"The Court is in a central location in Edinburgh. You can walk to anything. The staff and food are wonderful!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
4 out of 5
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$388 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$388
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,140 reviews)
"This was a last minute booking & the staff were very welcoming & helpful. Great location, convenience of a laundry downstairs, transport & shops. A little too pricey for a Murphy bed but we enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
4 out of 5
1 Morrison Link, Midlothian, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$330 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$330
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,401 reviews)
"Helpful staff and spacious rooms with excellent breakfast option!"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
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Other neighbourhoods around Dirleton

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Portobello

Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Coade Stone Columns.

Portobello
Royal Yacht Britannia featuring interior views and boating

Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Royal Yacht Britannia are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Leith
Scottish Parliament featuring a pool and street scenes

Holyrood

While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.

Holyrood
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Broughton

Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sherlock Holmes Statue and Mansfield Place Church while you're in town.

Broughton
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Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Princes Street – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Old Town Edinburgh
National Library of Scotland featuring signage and interior views

Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, George Square and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Southside

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