Morningside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve
You can take time to visit Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve during your travels to Edinburgh. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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 lively festivals 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.
Activities

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

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Our pick of the best Morningside Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
room was clean and as expected Used EV charger by the zoo... free parking after 1700 until 1000. Free parking 24 hours at hotel. Breakfast great and gluten free options available All good
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Did not have breakfast. Other meals were first class. Our room was clean and well equipped. A nice view and balcony but could not access balcony for safety reasons. All staff were fabulous
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
new hotel so no issues
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Room was clean and tidy and the staff very friendly, helping with any query and held our bags safely and securely when we checked out as we had a late flight out of Edinburgh, allowing us to go out for the day without the hassle of carrying around luggage. Perfectly located with shops, malls and ...
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Great experience
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Morningside

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.

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.

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.

Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.

West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Gin Distillery to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.





