Edinburgh City Centre
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.
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 lively festivals.
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.
George Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at George Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Edinburgh: Real Mary King's Close Guided Tour
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Edinburgh City Centre
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.
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.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well or Inverleith Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and Royal Commonwealth Pool are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Playhouse Theatre
- George Street
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- National Museum of Scotland
- St. Andrew Square
- Princes Street Gardens
- Calton Hill
- The Hub
- Scott Monument
- Scottish National Gallery
- Edinburgh Dungeon
- Victoria Street
- Real Mary King's Close
- Scottish Parliament
- Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
- Witchery Tours
- Georgian House
- Greyfriar's Bobby
- Parliament House