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 entertainment choices and lively festivals.

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
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.

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

Edinburgh: The Mary Queen of Scots Guided Walking Tour

Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour

Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket

Edinburgh: Arthur's Seat Hike with Local Guide
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel
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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
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YOTEL Edinburgh
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CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
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Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
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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 Princes Street – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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

Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Mansfield Place Church and Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery while you're in town.

Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Princes Street or Royal Mile and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Princes Street and Royal Mile.
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- Murrayfield Stadium
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Zoo
- George Street
- Portobello Beach
- Princes Street Gardens
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- St. Andrew Square
- Knockhill Racing Circuit
- Arthur's Seat
- National Museum of Scotland
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Heriot-Watt University
- Calton Hill
- Scotch Whisky Experience