Gorgie Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
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.
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.
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
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Our pick of the best Gorgie Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Please let the guest know in advance if there is construction occurring in front of the room prior to booking.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Great hotel, comfortable beds & convenient for the zoo, bus stop outside for getting to the city centre. Breakfast was excellent, we stayed in a family room & I would return!
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Great location.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Room was very clean and quiet, bed comfortable and perfect for business trip from the airport
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
The staff were very friendly and happy to help. Brilliant location, right next to the Haymarket train and tram stations. Good links for buses and taxis too. Platform 5 pub attached to the hotel is very good, pleasant atmosphere, food and drinks. The room could have been a bit cleaner, in particular ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
The hotel is well situated for access to both the new and old town. Staff were friendly and accommodating. The room was very spacious and clean with a very comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gorgie
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and Vietnam House Art Gallery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
Murrayfield
If you're spending time in Murrayfield, you might enjoy attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Blackford Hill and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.
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.
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