Riccarton
Edinburgh
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
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices 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 family-friendly area.
Things to do
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Top hotels in Riccarton
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Other neighbourhoods around Riccarton
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.
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.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal. 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 Princes Street to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.
- Heriot-Watt University
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- George Street
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- St. Andrew Square
- Dean Village
- Royal Highland Centre
- Edinburgh Park
- Portobello Beach
- Princes Street Gardens
- The Kelpies
- Arthur's Seat
- National Museum of Scotland
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Calton Hill
- Royal Yacht Britannia