Portobello Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Portobello Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Portobello Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Edinburgh. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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.
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.
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
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh
Our pick of the best Portobello Hotel Deals
Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
The hotel was great for its location, but the room could have been cleaned better. But the real disappointment was the staff arguing during breakfast service
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Location of hotel for exploring Edinburgh is excellent and public transport to / from the Airport & further afield is excellent & easy to access. We were first time visitors & used the Airlink bus. All the hotel staff were so friendly & could not have been more helpful. The food we had, including ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Breakfast was fresh and plentiful, lots of choice , pool was a bonus with both sauna and steam room working . Great Hairdresser tucked away in a corner , her name is Cheryl and she saved the day with a great cut and blowdry , Rooms were big enough and stocked with water tea and coffee, did not realise ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
All of the above.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Perfect overnight stay with comfortable surroundings.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portobello
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Scottish Parliament and Dynamic Earth.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Royal Yacht Britannia 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 George Square 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 Pickering's Gin Distillery while you're exploring the area.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Parliament House – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
