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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.
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 Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Craigleith
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by Inverleith Park or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
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 City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and The Meadows while in the area.
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- Murrayfield Stadium
- George Street
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- National Museum of Scotland
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Edinburgh Park
- Dean Village
- Arthur's Seat
- St. Andrew Square
- Royal Highland Centre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Princes Street Gardens
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Calton Hill
- Heriot-Watt University
- Festival Theatre