Holyrood
Popular places to visit
Scottish Parliament
As Scotland’s political center, this striking modern building hosts the nation's government and welcomes visitors to its events and exhibitions.
Dynamic Earth
Rich with history, Dynamic Earth is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Museum of Edinburgh
You can study the exhibits at Museum of Edinburgh, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Canongate Tolbooth
Rich with history, Canongate Tolbooth is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Burns Monument
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Burns Monument. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.
People's Story Museum
You can study the exhibits at People's Story Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Things to do
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group
Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern
Edinburgh Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of Scottish Fudge
Top hotels in Holyrood
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Other neighbourhoods around Holyrood
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and Royal Commonwealth Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Princes Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
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.
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.
Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.
- Scottish Parliament
- Dynamic Earth
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- George Street
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Edinburgh Park
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- National Museum of Scotland
- Royal Highland Centre
- Dean Village
- Heriot-Watt University
- Arthur's Seat
- St. Andrew Square
- Princes Street Gardens
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Calton Hill