Edinburgh

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A historic cityscape with a prominent castle and a tall church spire.
A historic street with buildings, a church tower, and a busy sidewalk.
A castle on a hill, lush greenery, and a pathway with flowers.
A historic cityscape with a prominent castle and lush green park.
A stone building with a tiled roof, a garden with neatly trimmed hedges, and a clear blue sky.

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Where to stay in Edinburgh

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Old Town Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.

A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

New Town

Travelers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Assembly Rooms and George Street.

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Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Royal Yacht Britannia are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A historic town with a river, stone buildings, and lush greenery.

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.

A cobblestone street lined with historic stone buildings, a clock tower, and a clear blue sky.

Stockbridge

Historic sites, museums, and art galleries are some highlights of Stockbridge. Make a stop by Stockbridge Church or St. Stephens Centre while you're exploring.

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

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132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
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Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

3 out of 5
69 Belford Road Edinburgh Scotland
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

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31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
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Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

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231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
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Holyrood Aparthotel

Holyrood Aparthotel

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Edinburgh Castle

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Things to do

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

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$24
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92% of travellers recommend
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Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

$34
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94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

$32
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94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

$54
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour

Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour

$34
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100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport

Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

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North Berwick

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South Queensferry

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Uphall

An ancient stone structure surrounded by a cemetery with gravestones.

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