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
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums 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.
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Things to do
Queensferry: 1.5-Hour Maid of the Forth Sightseeing Cruise
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Other neighbourhoods around Pleasance
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and The Meadows are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Royal Mile – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Princes Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
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.
Marchmont
Visitors to Marchmont enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, The Meadows is worth a stop.
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 Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Princes Street
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- George Street
- National Museum of Scotland
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Royal Highland Centre
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- Edinburgh Park
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Heriot-Watt University
- Arthur's Seat
- Princes Street Gardens
- St. Andrew Square
- Dean Village
- Portobello Beach
- Calton Hill
- Festival Theatre