Blackford
Edinburgh
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 search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this walkable area.
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.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Edinburgh Castle Highlights Tour with Tickets, Map, and Guide
Edinburgh: Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Top hotels in Blackford
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
I did not eat breakfast there but im sure that it was as good as the whole hotel experience.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Rooms were nice and spacious especially for the UK. Everything was very clean and the amenities were great. Good location too.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Great location and breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Everything at the hotel was fabulous, the only issue we had was the morning we were checking out. We were due to check out at noon yet the housekeeper kept knocking on our door trying to get the room done. I don’t find this acceptable when we are entitled to stay in the room until noon. This was ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
We come every year and as always everything was good. Staff friendly rooms clean and breakfast good.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Hotel staff were warm and welcoming breakfast was amazing Service at breakfast was 5 star and they were so helpful with suggestions of places to go and how to get there The pool and gym were top notch cannot fault this hotel would highly recommend Would definitely stay here again .
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Blackford
Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.
Marchmont
Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and Queen's Hall if you have time to explore the area.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and Braid Hills Golf Course while you're in town.
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and Forth and Clyde and Union Canals Trail while in the area.
Blackford
- Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- George Street
- St. Andrew Square
- Princes Street Gardens
- Dean Village
- Portobello Beach
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- Edinburgh Park
- Royal Highland Centre
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- National Museum of Scotland
- Arthur's Seat
- Heriot-Watt University
- Calton Hill
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Victoria Street
- The Hub
