Inverleith Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Inverleith
Popular places to visit
Royal Botanic Garden
Relax after sightseeing among the exotic plants and Victorian greenhouses of this swath of nature in the heart of Edinburgh.
Inverleith Park
After visiting Inverleith Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
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.
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.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
Royal Mile
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.
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
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Our pick of the best Inverleith Hotel Deals
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"Really enjoyed our stay ….golf course is good too and very convenient to get into town on the bus."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
"Very convenient location with decently sized rooms, a very good breakfast and a remarkably comprehensive gym. Staff were excellent and helpful. Only issue is that some areas look a bit work but it seems a renovation is underway. Perhaps related to that, one of two main elevators was not in service ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
"This hotel is in a GREAT location. It is only a 5-15 minute walk to most of the touristy Royal Mile things. There is a Sainsbury's and a Costa Coffee right next door. And a bus stop right outside the doors (although we walked everywhere). The staff was extremely helpful and welcoming. We weren't ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
"In general everything was great, staff was really helpful. Just the WiFi signal that was bad in my room. Most of the time I had no signal at all."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"No AC, windows dis not work"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
"Friendly and efficient staff. A clean well presented hotel, not too far from where we wanted to be."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Inverleith
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St. Stephens Centre or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street.
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 Princes Street and George Street.
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.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Princes Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Princes Street to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
