Abbeyhill Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Palace of Holyroodhouse is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Edinburgh Castle
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.
Royal Mile
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
University of Edinburgh
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
Activities
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Whisky Tasting with History and Storytelling
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
Our pick of the best Abbeyhill Hotel Deals
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
Excelente tamaño, equipamiento del apartamento y ubicación. Su principal área de mejora es la comunicación, es buena, pero no es tan sencilla.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Really friendly welcome from Alasdair and a lovely room.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
The staff were really friendly! I booked a spa treatment and the receptionist Faye was really welcoming and was really supportive and helpful when it came to booking a procedure.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Great staff.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Safe area, easy parking, easy commute, cool dining and bar area, plus great view. Recommend.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
I cannot rate this hotel more highly. The staff went above and beyond to get me into my room early at no extra fee, and even upgraded me. The room was absolutely beautiful and spotless, and the bed was so comfy that I almost couldn’t get out of it. The mini bar was stocked with lovely treats and ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Abbeyhill
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and Royal Commonwealth Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
New Town
Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Assembly Rooms and George Street.
