Musselburgh Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Inveresk Lodge & Gardens
Inveresk Lodge & Gardens
Inveresk Lodge
I just love this tree in the beautiful gardens of Carberry Tower, Musselburgh, Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 the tower itself dates back to 1480 and I just imagined the stories this wonderful tree could tell!!
Peeping Tom! Carberry Tower, Musselburgh, Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 The land on which Carberry Tower is built was first mentioned in the 11th century and its original foundation stone was laid in 1480.
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$155 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$155
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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! (2,406 reviews)
Very friendly staff and could not have been more helpful. Lovely spa

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

4 out of 5
111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$116 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$116
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8/10 Very Good! (640 reviews)
Great for the price

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$346 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$346
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,367 reviews)
Loved my stay here!

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,370 reviews)
Cocina muy bien equipada y limpia. El wifi no es bueno

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

4 out of 5
121 Grove St Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (534 reviews)
good place to stay for week

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

4 out of 5
26 King's Stables Road Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,110 reviews)
Small, but everything you could want or need for a romantic, easy and adventure filled stay in Edinburgh. Very central to everything.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and château or palace

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(189 reviews)

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.

Edinburgh Castle
Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

Royal Mile

4.5/5(64 reviews)

With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.

Royal Mile
Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland

Princes Street

4.5/5(42 reviews)

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.

Princes Street
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

University of Edinburgh

4.5/5(30 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.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4/5(7 reviews)

Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh royal playhouse theater

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Activities

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

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

AU$34
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

AU$36
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh

AU$110
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group

Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group

AU$162
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Rosslyn Chapel

Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery

AU$96
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

AU$64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh
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Cities near Musselburgh

Calton Hill which includes a sunset, skyline and a city

Edinburgh

Melrose Abbey, Melrose

Dalkeith

Signpost in English and Scots Gaelic indicating the location of the 1745 Battle of Prestonpans (it had previously been known as the Battle of Gledsmuir and The Battle of Tranent).

Tranent