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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.
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.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
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
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Princes Street, a favorite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals 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.
Things to do
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Edinburgh: Old Town and Underground Historical Tour
Philpstoun Hotel Deals
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"Really enjoyed our stay ….golf course is good too and very convenient to get into town on the bus."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
"Very convenient location with decently sized rooms, a very good breakfast and a remarkably comprehensive gym. Staff were excellent and helpful. Only issue is that some areas look a bit work but it seems a renovation is underway. Perhaps related to that, one of two main elevators was not in service ..."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
"This hotel is in a GREAT location. It is only a 5-15 minute walk to most of the touristy Royal Mile things. There is a Sainsbury's and a Costa Coffee right next door. And a bus stop right outside the doors (although we walked everywhere). The staff was extremely helpful and welcoming. We weren't ..."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
"In general everything was great, staff was really helpful. Just the WiFi signal that was bad in my room. Most of the time I had no signal at all."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"No AC, windows dis not work"
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
"Friendly and efficient staff. A clean well presented hotel, not too far from where we wanted to be."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Philpstoun
Corstorphine
Visitors to Corstorphine enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Edinburgh Zoo is worth a stop.
Murrayfield
Take time in Murrayfield to visit attractions like Murrayfield Stadium and Edinburgh Zoo. 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.
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 Princes Street and Dean Village. 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 Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course or The Links.
