Stockbridge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Activities
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh
Our pick of the best Stockbridge Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Very friendly staff and could not have been more helpful. Lovely spa
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Great spot!
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Amazing staff, couldn't do enough. Made birthday boy feel so special on his 40th birthday celebrations 🎈 thankyou
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Loved my stay here!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Lovely room at the front of the hotel. Staff are always brilliant. Breackfast was lovely but not inexpensive.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
The room was spotless, and staff were incredibly friendly and always willing to go above and beyond in helping make it the best stay possible. Out concierge Remi was amazing with incredible food recommendations and fizz on arrival to every restaurant they booked on our behalf. The spa was excellent. ...
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Stockbridge
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.
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.
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.
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 Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
