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Edinburgh

Photo "The Inch" by Kay Williams (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Kay Williams (CC BY-SA)
Photo "The Inch" by Kay Williams (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Kay Williams (CC BY-SA)

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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
Princes Street

Princes Street

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

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

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.

University of Edinburgh
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
February 2015 A view along Grassmarket in Edinburgh, taken while spending a weekend in this great city. There are many areas of Edinburgh to explore and having spent a couple of hours on a walking tour here, I would thoroughly recommend this as a way of getting to know those places off the usual tourist track.

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 romantic area.

Grassmarket

Things to do

Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

￥13,315
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

￥11,595
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

￥5,798
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

￥3,599
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package

￥443
per traveler
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

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

￥13,594
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
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The Inch Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is ￥21,035 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥21,035
￥25,242 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Far away from city cen"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥32,302 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥32,302
￥38,762 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,791 reviews)
Great location!
"Great location and very clean! Close to Waverly station too. Very helpful and friendly front desk. We would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
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 ￥24,728 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥24,728
￥29,673 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,062 reviews)
"The hotel was, at best, of limited accessibility. The breakfasts were mediocre."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥19,510 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
￥19,510
￥23,412 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Quiet and peaceful despite being in the centre of Edinburgh"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

3 out of 5
69 Belford Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥14,770 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥14,770
￥17,724 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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 ...
5.8/10 (1,245 reviews)
"Really good location for walking from Murrayfield. We were back 30 mins after the concert. Only negative was that our toilet didn't flush."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
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 ￥22,238 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥22,238
￥26,686 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,964 reviews)
"We stayed here before flying back home and it was very clean and restful"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
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Other neighborhoods around The Inch

ornamental tomb stone

Grange

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

Grange
National Library of Scotland which includes signage and interior views

Southside

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

Southside
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Morningside

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

Morningside is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Dominion Cinema and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.

Morningside
Scottish Parliament showing street scenes and a pool

Holyrood

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

Holyrood
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Bruntsfield

5/5(31 area reviews)

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.

Bruntsfield
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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