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 Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
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
Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
Top hotels in Drylaw
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
The staff was great and very accommodating.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
An ideal spot to stay for a single night before an early flight. Good space but not much storage. Helpful staff.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Amazing staff and the room was extremely clean. View was perfect. Walking distance to so many things. Excited to my next stay.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
comfort
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Super staff, super comfy room!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Room was spotless
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Drylaw
Murrayfield
If you're spending time in Murrayfield, you might enjoy attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the notable features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.
New Town
Travellers 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.
Drylaw
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- George Street
- Princes Street Gardens
- St. Andrew Square
- Dean Village
- Edinburgh Park
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- Portobello Beach
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Royal Highland Centre
- National Museum of Scotland
- Arthur's Seat
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Calton Hill
- Heriot-Watt University
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- The Hub
- Victoria Street
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