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Edinburgh

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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
Princes Street

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
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
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 family-friendly area.

Grassmarket

Things to do

Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

￥12,374
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

￥11,557
per adult
80% 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

￥5,778
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

￥3,587
per adult
92% 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

￥13,748
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
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￥440
per traveler
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
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Gifford Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥33,063 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
￥33,063
￥39,676 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
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! (2,011 reviews)
"Great hotel in a fantastic location. Everything in Edinburgh is easily accessible and walkable. The room was clean and the staff were courteous."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥38,692 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
￥38,692
￥46,431 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
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! (1,774 reviews)
"Very convenient to restaurants and attractions"

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥29,630 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
￥29,630
￥35,556 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,294 reviews)
"Great location. Kids loved the double decker bed. Clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥20,365 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
￥20,365
￥24,438 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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! (948 reviews)
"Our stay at CoDE Pod made the trip. The hostel was perfectly situated close to the main sites, and was a comfort to return to. Great food and bevies, friendly and enthusiastic staff, comfortable mattresses, and clean spaces. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥30,635 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
￥30,635
￥36,762 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,179 reviews)
"Great value aparthotel in the middle of historic Edinburgh - perfect!"

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

4 out of 5
1 Morrison Link, Midlothian, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥31,450 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
￥31,450
￥37,741 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,392 reviews)
Family break
"Comfortable room. Check in very friendly and informative. Not bad location about 20 min walk to castle. Good selection at breakfast. Only disappointing was ordered a glass of Prosecco as per the bar drinks menu to be told I couldn’t have a glass I would have to buy a bottle! I only wanted a glass ..."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
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Other neighborhoods around Gifford

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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 Coade Stone Columns.

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
Royal Yacht Britannia featuring boating and interior views

Leith

3/5(1 area review)

Undergoing significant regeneration, Leith boasts a busy port, the Royal Yacht Britannia, and Ocean Terminal shopping centre. The shore area offers charming pubs and restaurants, while cultural attractions include Leith Theatre and Leith School of Art.

Leith
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
National Library of Scotland which includes signage and interior views

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

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