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 theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Holyrood Abbey
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a visit to Holyrood Abbey. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this family-friendly area.
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.
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
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Abbeyhill Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
The room was fit for purpose.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Top room, top bar, v clean and comfy. Short walk to terminal to get food and flight. V good value and I would recommend highly
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Everything was good. Staff were awesome, friendly and extremely helpful.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Food is good. Service helpful and prompt. USB Connectors in the room were flakey. Mechanically loose, insufficient current to charge my phone.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
The shower didn't drain very well, but apart from that we really enjoyed the stay.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Clean r
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Abbeyhill
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Scottish Parliament and Dynamic Earth.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Parliament House – 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, Queen's Hall and George Square are top sights worth seeing.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Scott Monument 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 Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.
