West Pilton
Edinburgh
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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 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.
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 romantic area.
Things to do
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
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Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Top hotels in West Pilton
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
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Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
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CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
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Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
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Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
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Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around West Pilton
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.
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.
Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Royal Mile and Edinburgh 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
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