Gifford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A rural landscape with a tree, open fields, and rolling hills under a cloudy sky.
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A golf course with a sand bunker, a tee box, and a house in the background.
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A river flowing through a forest with fallen leaves and moss-covered rocks.
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A stone bridge over a river, surrounded by greenery and trees.
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A gravel driveway leading to a stone building with a metal roof, surrounded by trees and grass.
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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$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$73
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

AU$40
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket

Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket

AU$41
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

AU$44
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Countryside in Edinburgh

Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh

AU$171
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
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Our pick of the best Gifford Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$320 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$320
9 Nov - 10 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! (2,989 reviews)
"Nice modern hotel in a lively area. Staff was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 22 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$284 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$284
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (844 reviews)
"Amazing stay in Edinburgh. Staff are amazing and the views are incredible from the rooms. Super convent as the main station is a 5 minute walk away. Will absolutely be staying again in the future!"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

3 out of 5
69 Belford Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$99 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$99
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms ...
6.4/10 (1,307 reviews)
"The room I had was in the basement and was pretty dirty and very dusty, back of TV and tops of things were layered with dust. Walls need a good wash or repaint. Bathroom was clean although the floor was wrecked due to water ingress. The bed was very comfy an clean."

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$219 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$219
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,560 reviews)
"Hotel was good location and great price"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh, Select by Hilton
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4 out of 5
61 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$219 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$219
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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! (1,789 reviews)
"Fjid"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

3 out of 5
152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$177 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$177
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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
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Our guide on where to stay in Gifford

Find the best Gifford areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 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.

A coastal cityscape with a river, historic buildings, and a large cruise ship docked at the port.

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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