Sighthill Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic castle on a hill with a fountain in the foreground.
A canal with a bridge, greenery, and high-rise buildings in the background.
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Three swans swimming in a calm body of water surrounded by lush greenery.
Photo by Loz Pycock (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
A modern building with glass windows and a metal roof, surrounded by a grassy area and a road.
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Two tall residential buildings, a paved area, and a distant view of a body of water.

Activities

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

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

AU$36
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

AU$72
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

AU$42
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour

AU$67
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

AU$105
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

AU$130
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
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Our pick of the best Sighthill Hotel Deals

Novotel Edinburgh Park

Novotel Edinburgh Park

4 out of 5
15 Lochside Avenue Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$259 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$259
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 pool and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"It was a really good hotel stay, they were attentive, ready to clean the hotel everyday, lovely and friendly staff, we enjoyed our stay here and felt very comfortable"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Novotel Edinburgh Park
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$211 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$211
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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. ...
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$357 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$357
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (2,866 reviews)
"Great loca"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

3 out of 5
152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$307 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$307
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

4 out of 5
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club Kirknewton Scotland
The price is AU$269 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$269
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,747 reviews)
"Rooms were pretty far away from the lobby area. Had to take 2 elevators with our luggage to get to the room. Hotel seemed nice though."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$330 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$330
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,525 reviews)
"The food was not good and sadly the weekend I was there the coffee machine broke. Still enjoyed my stay 👌😆"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh
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Our guide on where to stay in Sighthill

Find the best Sighthill areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 Edinburgh Castle – 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 Edinburgh Castle 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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.

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 Leith Docks 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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