Niddrie

Edinburgh

A street with no houses in Craigmillar The view of street where the houses have been demolished and have been replaced by grass and weeds. Arthur's Seat can be seen in the background.
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A street with no houses in Craigmillar The view of street where the houses have been demolished and have been replaced by grass and weeds. Arthur's Seat can be seen in the background.
Photo by Sandy Gemmill (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Richmond Craigmillar Food Cooperative In the middle of an area of Niddrie being redeveloped, with boarded-up houses behind awaiting demolition.
Duddingston Station Looking north-east along the Edinburgh Suburban Railway, from the bridge over on Duddingston Road West, with the remains of a platform visible on the northern track.
Cyclepath. Summer photo of the cyclepath that follows the line of the Innocent Railway. It's abundant with plant and animal life.
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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle showing chateau or palace and heritage elements

Edinburgh Castle

Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.

Edinburgh Castle
The Royal Mile which includes heritage architecture, a house and street scenes

Royal Mile

Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.

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

Princes Street

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
Aerial view of Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn St, Edinburgh, VK

Murrayfield Stadium

Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area.

Murrayfield Stadium
Edinburgh Zoo featuring land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.

Grassmarket

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area.

Grassmarket

Things to do

Countryside in Edinburgh

Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh

￥17,743
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

￥3,998
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

￥2,946
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

￥9,468
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour

Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour

￥10,310
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

￥7,785
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
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Niddrie Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ￥17,672 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
￥17,672
￥21,207 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,487 reviews)
Great central hotel. Nearby the Vennel steps/Victoria street. Lots of Italian restaurants steps away. Staff were nice and hotel was spotless. We love that a twin bed are double beds each. Highly recc hotel .

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ￥8,834 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
￥8,834
￥10,601 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,174 reviews)
Nice hotel in a great spot to get into edinburgh. Room were light and well equipped, they could be cleaner though, we found crumbs etc on surfaces but other than that very nice

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Moxy Edinburgh Airport

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

3 out of 5
1 Fairview Road Newbridge Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥13,261 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
￥13,261
￥15,913 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,283 reviews)
Ideal location for the airport - £15 per night parking a piss take

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ￥17,280 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
￥17,280
￥20,736 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,024 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ￥17,503 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
￥17,503
￥21,003 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,430 reviews)
Excellent centrally located Aparthotel on the Royal Mile but far enough away from the main tourist attractions. Everything is within walking distance but does include steps and hills! Comfortable rooms, with great amenities, comfortable beds and pillows and good size bathroom.

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

3 out of 5
7 Clifton Terrace Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ￥8,716 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
￥8,716
￥10,459 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Edinburgh Castle and Dean Village are ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
there were shops and resturants nearby and the bar offered food and good selection of beers and wines. the room was more than adaquent with good invalid facilities, the lifts were a bit awkward with the wheelchair but not a overall problem.

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
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Other neighborhoods around Niddrie

Panoramic view of Edinburgh's Portobello beach and esplanade at sunrise. Scotland, UK; Shutterstock ID 494685067

Portobello

5/5(1 area review)

Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Joppa Shore.

Portobello
Newington

Newington

4.5/5(124 area reviews)

Historic sites, museums, and cafes are just a few things travelers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.

Newington
Outside my livingroom window 😎

Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and George Square are top sights worth seeing.

Southside
ornamental tomb stone

Grange

Visitors to Grange like its restaurants and gardens, and Carlton Cricket Club is a sight worth a stop.

Grange
The debating chamber of the Scottish Government.

Holyrood

While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Scottish Parliament and Dynamic Earth.

Holyrood
Old Town Edinburgh showing street scenes, outdoor eating and a city

Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(1,280 area reviews)

Preserving its medieval street plan, this UNESCO World Heritage Site features the Royal Mile, St. Giles' Cathedral, and the National Museum of Scotland. Explore narrow closes and hidden passages for a unique experience.

Old Town Edinburgh

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