Pilton 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 fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
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 Pilton Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Very good breakfast option, AMAZING location near the zoo and on an easy bus route to local attractions. Staff were amazing. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Staff was friendly and helpful. Moved us to a better room with shower instead of tub. Castle view room had an amazing view through a large window area room 1021
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Lovely place! Definitely will consider for next time staying at Edinburgh
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Very basic accommodations with few amenities, but an excellent, well-trained staff who were helpful, polite, and cheerful. The hotel was clean and located in the center of town close to everything
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
One of the 2 elevator was broken and we waited long time to going up and down, the room was so dark and small, the bed was terrible
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Very nice staff, great bar
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pilton
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.
Murrayfield
If you're spending time in Murrayfield, you might enjoy attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
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 George Street and St. Andrew Square.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and Edinburgh Gin Distillery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
