Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Edinburgh City Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
George Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at George Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Our pick of the best Edinburgh City Centre Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Loved our balcony room. Cozy bed. Great staff. Easy walkable location to the Royal Mile and Victoria Street, the fountains and the Scott Monument. Overall central location. Pool is nice too. Highly recommend a balcony room.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Staff were incredibly friendly
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
overall the hostel is located on the royal mile which is very convenient. everything is nearby. rooms & bathrooms are cleanly; staff tried to clean them as often as they can but at times when they aren’t able to they do get quite messy because of those who stay. dorms are very simple but walking ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
YOTEL Edinburgh
Great place.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Market Street Hotel
Great location Hip vibe, very clean. Lovely bar Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Edinburgh City Centre
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.
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.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the notable features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
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 Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
