Gifford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A rural landscape with a tree, open fields, and rolling hills under a cloudy sky.
Photo by Lisa Jarvis (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
A golf course with a sand bunker, a tee box, and a house in the background.
Photo by Walter Baxter (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
A river flowing through a forest with fallen leaves and moss-covered rocks.
Photo by Lisa Jarvis (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
A stone bridge over a river, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A gravel driveway leading to a stone building with a metal roof, surrounded by trees and grass.
Photo by james denham (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

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$74
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

AU$33
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Edinburgh Darkside Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends

Edinburgh Darkside Ghost Tour of Mysteries and Murder and Legends

AU$46
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Darkside Ghost Tour of Mysteries and Murder and Legends
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

AU$99
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

AU$105
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
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Our pick of the best Gifford Hotel Deals

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$450 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$450
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$439 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$439
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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 ...
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

3 out of 5
152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$269 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$269
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$313 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$313
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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! (2,547 reviews)
"A clean and modern hotel within easy reach of Princes Street and many restaurants. Some of the staff were friendly and kind, others appeared disinterested. Having more staff available at reception would improve the experience and reduce queues. The room was spacious and well equipped. Bed was large ..."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$885 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$885
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,483 reviews)
"The location was perfect. Right in the middle of Old Town. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would return without reservation."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4 out of 5
61 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$487 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$487
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,766 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and great location- clean"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Gifford

Find the best Gifford 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.

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 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.

The Usher Hall with a dome and classical architecture.
Photo by Ham
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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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