Riccarton
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 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.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Edinburgh Castle Highlights Tour with Tickets, Map, and Guide
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Edinburgh: Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour
Top hotels in Riccarton
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West
The staff was very courteous, helpful and very polite and kind
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
The room is spacious including with the swimming pool and the sauna is good for family. The view of our hotel is the castle. Staff is very helpful, thank you for Alistair and his team.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Very clean and quiet room
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
fantastic staff and service here
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Clean more than adequate considering the price, couldn't complain..reception staff lovely, night staff not so much!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Great service and excellent people. Great place and centrally located for anyone visiting Edinburgh. Keep up the good work!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Riccarton
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.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.
Dalry
You'll appreciate the bars during your time in Dalry and you might want to plan a stop by Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile while you're in 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.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Princes Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
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