Southside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Southside attractions

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University of Edinburgh

8.8/10 (2,964 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

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

AU$35
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$75
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

AU$106
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket

Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket

AU$42
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

AU$50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

AU$41
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
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Our pick of the best Southside Hotel Deals

The Scholar

The Scholar

4 out of 5
18 Holyrood Park Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$238 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$238
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Everything is pretty good except that the location is so hard to find because there is no big entrance. The water faucet has to switches for hot and cold water which is not very convenient. Otherwise, this place is great."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

The Scholar
The Scott

The Scott

4 out of 5
18 Holyrood Park Rd Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$301 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$301
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (758 reviews)
"The whole staff went above and beyond, I can't say enough good things about them"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

The Scott
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$163 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$163
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$216 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$216
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 ...
YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$288 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$288
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (2,998 reviews)
"El personal fue muy amable y atento,les recomiendo el restaurante tiene muy buen menú y creo que si lo comparas con otros del área es asequible en el precio.lo que sí recomendaría es poner una rampa para poder llegar al lobby del hotel ya que cuando entras al hotel te encuentras con unas escaleras ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4 out of 5
53 Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$252 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$252
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
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Our guide on where to stay in Southside

Find the best Southside areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 historic castle on a rocky hill with surrounding greenery.

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 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.

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Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks 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.

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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.

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