Edinburgh City Centre
Edinburgh
Visit Edinburgh City Centre
Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
A focal point of Scottish history that dominates Edinburgh’s skyline and which has served as a fortress, a palace and home to the crown jewels.
Royal Mile
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.
George Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at George Street. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Was nice place , extremely central easy to walk everywhere, my only issue was the beds where so hard that it was very uncomfortable.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Room was clean and the staff was super friendly and helpful. We did not have breakfast onsite but it is next door to a good coffee shop and very close to the Royal Mile.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
One of the 2 elevator was broken and we waited long time to going up and down, the room was so dark and small, the bed was terrible
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Didn't go to the bar or restaurant
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Very nice hotel, but one of the two elevators was not in service our whole stay. So at times a pretty good inconvenience.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Edinburgh City Centre
New Town
Travelers 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 George Street and St. Andrew Square.
Old Town Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Pleasance
Though Pleasance might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
Bonnington
While there might not be top attractions in Bonnington, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
Stockbridge
Historic sites, museums, and art galleries are some highlights of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St. Stephens Centre or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
