Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a prominent monument featuring columns and a dome, surrounded by historic buildings and a clear sky.
A tower with a spire, a cityscape with buildings, and a hill in the background.
A historic monument with inscriptions, surrounded by a cityscape with varied architecture and a distant view of a prominent clock tower.
A historic monument with columns, surrounded by a cityscape with buildings and a clear sky.
A Ferris wheel, a historic tower, and a festive Christmas tree display.

Stay near popular Edinburgh City Centre attractions

A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.

Edinburgh Castle

9.4/10 (12,023 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.
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Activities

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer

AU$36
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

AU$75
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

AU$40
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket

Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket

AU$42
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

AU$50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Countryside in Edinburgh

Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh

AU$171
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
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Our pick of the best Edinburgh City Centre Hotel Deals

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$221 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$221
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,566 reviews)
"The rooms gets really hot at night during the winter time and the thermostat doesn’t work. The lights also keep turning on while sleeping due to the sensor."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$276 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$276
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,987 reviews)
"This is my second stay at Grassmarket. The staff is friendly and the location walking distance to The Royal Mile and Princess Street. If you have difficulty walking they will get you a taxi."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4 out of 5
53 Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$266 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$266
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (851 reviews)
"We had a few issues with our room when we arrived but the staff were so excellent turning things around and making our stay feel so special! Would highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4 out of 5
61 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$234 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$234
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,792 reviews)
"Impecável. Localização incrível, café da manhã delicioso, staff educada e quarto extremamente confortável."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

4 out of 5
43 Jeffrey Street Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$265 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$265
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,548 reviews)
"Great location, parking is challenging, nice staff,"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Market Street Hotel

Market Street Hotel

4 out of 5
6 Market Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$284 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$284
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Market Street Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Edinburgh City Centre

Find the best Edinburgh City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic castle on a rocky hill with surrounding greenery.

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.

A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

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.

A coastal cityscape with a river, historic buildings, and a large cruise ship docked at the port.

Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks 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.

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Tollcross

Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.

A historic town with a river, stone buildings, and lush greenery.

West End

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide

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