Sighthill 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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the acclaimed theatre scene 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
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh
Our pick of the best Sighthill Hotel Deals
Novotel Edinburgh Park
Very good, close to tram / train station for easy commute
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
The hotel was clean, modern and a great stay overall. We enjoyed the pool and sauna, however the pool area felt quite small considering the amount of families there during the easter holidays. We dined in the restaurant and had lovely food and decided to add on breakfast for the next morning, but ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
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Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Friendly staff and clean room. We booked a room as we had an early flight next morning. It's 5 min walk from the terminal. We'll definitely return.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
we had breakfast on Sunday morning & it was delicious! Richard was especially friendly, courteous & proud to be a staff member. All staff were very attentive and helpful. I would highly recommend staying here. Lovely bar for an evening cocktail. great location in city center. thank you for making ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
We booked our room months in advance and upon checkin we’re not notified that active construction would affect our reservation. We had construction workers on scaffolding directly outside our windows. Disruptive and very disappointing. The bathroom had mildew and water damage on the ceiling as well ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sighthill
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.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Princes Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and The Braid Hills while you're in town.
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.
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.
