Marchmont 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.
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
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 Marchmont Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Really friendly welcome from Alasdair and a lovely room.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
The staff were really friendly! I booked a spa treatment and the receptionist Faye was really welcoming and was really supportive and helpful when it came to booking a procedure.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Great staff.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Safe area, easy parking, easy commute, cool dining and bar area, plus great view. Recommend.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
I cannot rate this hotel more highly. The staff went above and beyond to get me into my room early at no extra fee, and even upgraded me. The room was absolutely beautiful and spotless, and the bed was so comfy that I almost couldn’t get out of it. The mini bar was stocked with lovely treats and ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West
The staff was very courteous, helpful and very polite and kind
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Marchmont
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.
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.
Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.
Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and Royal Commonwealth Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Marchmont Travel Guide
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Blackford Hotels
- Apex Hotels in Bruntsfield
- Boutique Hotels in Bruntsfield
- Business Hotels in Bruntsfield
- Luxury Hotels in Bruntsfield
- Bruntsfield Hotels
- Hotels near City Chambers
- Apartments in Edinburgh
- Hotels near Edinburgh Castle
- Cheap Hotels in Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Hotels
- Hotels near Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- Hotels near Festival Theatre
- Fountainbridge Hotels
- Hotels near George Square
- Grange Hotels
- Hotels near Grassmarket
- Hotels near Greyfriar's Bobby
- Hotels near Military Tattoo Theatre
- Lgbt Welcoming Hotels in Morningside
- Morningside Hotels
- Hotels near National Museum of Scotland
- Cheap Hotels in Newington
- Newington Hotels
- Old Town Edinburgh Hotels
- Hotels near Princes Street Gardens
- Hotels near Real Mary King's Close
- Hotels near Scotch Whisky Experience
- Southside Hotels
- Hotels near St. Giles' Cathedral
- Hotels near Surgeon's Hall
- Hotels near The Meadows
- Tollcross Hotels
- Hotels near University of Edinburgh
- Hotels near Usher Hall
- Hotels near Victoria Street
- Hotels near Witchery Tours
- Visit Balerno
- Visit Broxburn
- Visit Burntisland
- Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
- Carlton Cricket Club
- Visit Cockenzie
- Visit Dalgety Bay
- Visit Dalkeith
- Dominion Cinema
- Visit Barnton
- Visit Carlops
- Edinburgh Castle
- Visit Colinton
- Visit Craigleith
- Visit Danderhall
- Visit Drylaw
- Visit Gilmerton
- Visit Joppa
- Visit Juniper Green
- Visit Leith
- Visit Liberton
- Visit Newington
- Visit Niddrie
- Visit Polton
- Visit Restalrig
- Visit Slateford
- Edinburgh Holidays
- Visit Edinburgh
- Greyfriar's Bobby
- Visit Kirkcaldy
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- National Museum of Scotland
- Visit North Queensferry
- Visit Port Seton
- Potterrow Student Centre
- Princes Street Gardens
- Real Mary King's Close
- Visit Roslin
- Scotch Whisky Experience
- Scotland Holidays
- Visit Scotland
- Scottish National Gallery
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- The Meadows
- Visit Tranent
- Victoria Street
- Visit West Linton
- Budget Rental Cars in Edinburgh
- Car hire near Edinburgh Castle
- Car hire near Edinburgh
- Car hire near Greyfriars Kirk
- Car hire near National Museum of Scotland
- Car hire near Princes Street Gardens
- Car hire near St. Giles' Cathedral
- Car hire near The Hub
- Car hire near Victoria Street
- Convertible Car Hire near Edinburgh Castle
- Car hire near Scotland
- Luxury Car Hire in Scotland
