Riccarton
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
![Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and château or palace](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149448-Edinburgh-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 which includes a house, heritage architecture and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39067-The-Royal-Mile.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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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 showing heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149454-University-Of-Edinburgh.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 Playhouse Theatre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/21f46a14dd7662e0efd71bc33ccf04de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.
![Edinburgh Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/37000/37948-Edinburgh-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Things to do
![Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840918/03aefdb8-7a73-481c-a636-2358f3c98ed3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
![Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46343335/8fc17824-29ab-4220-940e-b200999cbe88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
![The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840791/6c427b6e-1ce6-4058-86a1-d5fa791730b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
![Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4538495/2716c65c-f50a-457e-8420-84a5bfeb3bb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
![Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47171910/8c4eb9d0-30b6-4f1e-b20f-346889d117f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh
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eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Top hotels in Riccarton
![Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19220000/19218500/19218414/360ee699_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2025
![Apex Grassmarket Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62800/62750/302bc9d0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2025
![YOTEL Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36670000/36667900/36667881/118bf85b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2025
![Britannia Hotel Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4533/00f97b3a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025
![Apex Waterloo Place Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2278100/2278092/c4cdc086_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2025
![Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16290000/16282000/16281979/5c3f9168_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Riccarton
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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.
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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 Dominion Cinema while you're in town.
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Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and Vietnam House Art Gallery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
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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.
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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
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- Edinburgh Zoo
- George Street
- St. Andrew Square
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Arthur's Seat
- Royal Highland Centre
- Princes Street Gardens
- Dean Village
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Edinburgh Park
- The Kelpies
- National Museum of Scotland
- Portobello Beach
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Calton Hill