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Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.
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.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
University of Edinburgh
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.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour
Philpstoun Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Location is the only thing that is great for this hotel. Need a lot of upgrades and my room wasn’t clean at all. Shower was pathetic.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
The room was fit for purpose.
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Great staff and the hotel is centrally located. There are times that it got noisy because I was on the first floor which was close to the bar/restaurant.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
So close to the airport - great
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
In general the stay at the hotel was fine. We book a bedroom without window and the AC wasn’t working (I think they had some issues with that because it was a men trying to fix it - at least that was what the staff told me) so the room was like a sauna. The staff was really helpful and kind. Unfortunately ...
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Great staff answered all my questions highly recommend
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Philpstoun
Murrayfield
Take time in Murrayfield to visit attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Gorgie
While visiting Gorgie, you might make a stop by sights like Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball and Tynecastle Stadium.
Haymarket
In the heart of Edinburgh, Haymarket boasts a variety of pubs, cafés, and restaurants, with historic Ryries Pub as a highlight. Easily accessible, it offers Haymarket railway station, tram connections, and various bus routes for convenient travel.
West End
Visitors to West End love its popular shops, and you can check out Dean Village and Johnnie Walker Princes Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station.
Stockbridge
Historic sites, museums, and art galleries are some highlights of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St. Stephens Centre or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.
