Blackburn
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.
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.
Princes Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices 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.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh
Top hotels in Blackburn
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Other neighbourhoods around Blackburn
Corstorphine
Visitors to Corstorphine enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Edinburgh Zoo is worth a stop.
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.
Merchiston
Merchiston is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Holy Corner, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
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.
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- Murrayfield Stadium
- George Street
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- Falkirk Wheel
- National Museum of Scotland
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Edinburgh Park
- Dean Village
- Arthur's Seat
- St. Andrew Square
- Royal Highland Centre
- The Kelpies
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Princes Street Gardens
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Calton Hill
- Heriot-Watt University
- Festival Theatre