Craigmillar
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Popular places to visit

Craigmillar Castle
Learn about the local history of Edinburgh when you take a trip to Craigmillar Castle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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 lively festivals and fascinating museums 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 Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Things to do

'A wee pedal's' E-bike tour of Arthur's Seat and beyond

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Top hotels in Craigmillar

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Craigmillar

Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.

Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.

Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Coade Stone Columns.

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

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

Marchmont
Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile if you have time to explore the area.
- Craigmillar Castle
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Princes Street
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- George Street
- Portobello Beach
- Edinburgh Park
- Dean Village
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- Princes Street Gardens
- Heriot-Watt University
- St. Andrew Square
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Royal Highland Centre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Arthur's Seat
- National Museum of Scotland
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Calton Hill
- Gyle Shopping Centre
- The Hub