Marchmont Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A row of historic stone buildings with distinctive gabled roofs and multiple windows.
A park with cherry blossom trees and people playing soccer.
A row of historic stone buildings with ornate window frames and a person taking a photo.
A historic church with a prominent tower and arched windows, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and flowering plants.
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A row of historic stone buildings with pointed roofs and multiple windows.
Photo by kim traynor (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Stay near popular Marchmont attractions

Gillis Centre

Explore the campus of Gillis Centre during your visit to Edinburgh. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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Activities

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer

AU$37
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

AU$36
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

AU$46
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

AU$131
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Countryside in Edinburgh

Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh

AU$201
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

AU$73
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
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Our pick of the best Marchmont Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$518 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$518
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,791 reviews)
"Great location and friendly statt"

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$237 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$237
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,487 reviews)
"Liked everything! I didn’t like that there was no US news program presence from news max or Fox news"

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

4 out of 5
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club Kirknewton Scotland
The price is AU$295 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$295
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Kirknewton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$528 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$528
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,111 reviews)
"Stayed for our silver wedding anniversary and glad we chose the Apex Waterloo. Check in was easy and friendly, Room was very nice, clean, spacious and well equipped. Wonderful reception lady came and brought us a bottle of Prosecco on ice with 2 glasses on the house which was a lovely gesture Pool ..."

Reviewed on 20 July 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this hostel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
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CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

4 out of 5
19 North Bridge Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$575 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$575
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great and very well located hotel. Its central location helped us to get to all places by walking. Excellent and friendly staff. Breakfast was great! I would recommend this hotel to anybody coming to this magnificent city."

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
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Our guide on where to stay in Marchmont

Find the best Marchmont areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Marchmont
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A bustling street with historic buildings, a clock tower, and outdoor seating at a pub.

Old Town Edinburgh

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Princes Street – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A cityscape with a prominent monument featuring columns and a dome, surrounded by historic buildings and a clear sky.

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile 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.

A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

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 Assembly Rooms.

The Usher Hall with a dome and classical architecture.
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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.

A river with boats and historic buildings along the shore.

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.

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