Joppa 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.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.
Activities
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh
Our pick of the best Joppa Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Very friendly staff and could not have been more helpful. Lovely spa
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Great spot!
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Friendly, helpful staff. Clean room.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Loved my stay here!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Lovely room at the front of the hotel. Staff are always brilliant. Breackfast was lovely but not inexpensive.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
No faults, staff extremely pleasant and helpful. Good facilities, bar and garden bar very aesthetic. Would stay again without hesitation
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Joppa
Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Joppa Shore.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Pickering's Gin Distillery while you're exploring the area.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre 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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Joppa Travel Guide
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Abbeyhill Hotels
- Hotels near Arthur's Seat
- Bingham Hotels
- Brunstane Hotels
- Cheap Hotels in Craigmillar
- Craigmillar Hotels
- Duddingston Hotels
- Edinburgh Hotels
- Gilmerton Hotels
- Luxury Hotels in Holyrood
- Holyrood Hotels
- Hotels near Holyrood Park
- B&B in Inveresk
- Inveresk Hotels
- Boutique Hotels in Leith
- Casino Hotels in Leith
- Cheap Hotels in Leith
- Historic Hotels in Leith
- Hotels with Parking in Leith
- Luxury Hotels in Leith
- Romantic Hotels in Leith
- Leith Hotels
- Hotels near Meadowbank Stadium
- Millerhill Hotels
- B&B in Musselburgh
- Holiday Homes in Musselburgh
- Musselburgh Hotels
- Hotels near Musselburgh Racecourse
- B&B in Musselburgh Station
- Hotels near Musselburgh Station
- Guest Houses in Musselburgh Wallyford Station
- Cheap Hotels in Newington
- Newington Hotels
- Niddrie Hotels
- Old Town Edinburgh Hotels
- Hotels near Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Hotels near Portobello Beach
- Beach Hotels in Portobello
- Boutique Hotels in Portobello
- Malmaison Hotels in Portobello
- Portobello Hotels
- Prestonfield Hotels
- Hotels near Queen Margaret University
- Hotels near Royal Infirmary
- Hotels near Royal Mile
- Hotels near Scottish Parliament
- Seafield Hotels
- Arthur's Seat
- Visit Balerno
- Visit Broxburn
- Visit Burntisland
- Visit Cockenzie
- Craigmillar Holidays
- Visit Dalgety Bay
- Visit Dalkeith
- Easter Road Stadium
- Visit Barnton
- Visit Colinton
- Visit Craigleith
- Visit Danderhall
- Visit Drem
- Visit Drylaw
- Visit Gilmerton
- Visit Juniper Green
- Visit Leith
- Visit Liberton
- Visit Marchmont
- Visit Newington
- Visit Niddrie
- Visit Polton
- Visit Restalrig
- Visit Slateford
- Visit Edinburgh
- Visit Gullane
- Visit Kirkcaldy
- Leith Links
- Visit North Queensferry
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Visit Port Seton
- Portobello Beach
- Queen Margaret University
- Visit Roslin
- Royal Mile
- Scotland Holidays
- Visit Scotland
- Visit Tranent
