Penicuik Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on where to stay in Penicuik

Find the best Penicuik areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Carlops

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carlops and surrounding area, you can visit Penicuik Tower and West Linton Golf Club.

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Open Photo by M J Richardson

Nine Mile Burn

While there might not be top attractions in Nine Mile Burn, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Penicuik Tower and Glencorse Golf Club.

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$164 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$164
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,613 reviews)
"I have stayed here a few times would not stay anywhere else, lovely hotel, lovely staff, very clean. Bus stop outside front of hotel and taxis so handy and love to listen to the gibbon’s wake up at the zoo in the morning"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
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 ...
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
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 ...
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
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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 front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,739 reviews)
"This was an excellent, modern apartment hotel with an absolutely fantastic location. We really appreciated the kitchenette after traveling for a few weeks - it was so nice to be able to stock up on breakfast and snacks to have around. Beds were comfy, shower a good size, and our room was very quiet ..."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 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 ...
PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

3 out of 5
74 - 77 Queen Street Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,360 reviews)
"Clean rooms and location is great!"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street
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Stay near popular Penicuik attractions

Penicuik Tower

You can find out about the history of Penicuik when you stop by Penicuik Tower. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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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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Cities near Penicuik

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Edinburgh

A historic cathedral with Gothic architecture, featuring pointed arches, a large rose window, and a blue-tiled roof.

Roslin

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Balerno

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West Linton