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.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Royal Mile
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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.
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 lively festivals.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Best part of this hotel was the location. Grassmarket is a short walk to the old town which was perfect. Room was spacious, great view of the castle. Very clean, other than the chair having a stain on the seat. The floor in and outside of the room had very creaky floorboards which woke us up a few ...
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Room was pretty clean upon arrival! The shower had a weird smell but it ended up going away after a day or so. Staff were very friendly! Good water pressure. Beds were super comfy as well.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
My room was very clean and presentation was nice Staff was very nice professional and helpful the steam room & sauna were nice amenities Enjoyed my stay and location was great - would love to stay again
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Hotel very nice throughout, all staff pleasant and helpful, excellent breakfast choice and quality. Perfect location for exploring city centre.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Great location, historic building, fab room, friendly staff and loved the atmosphere in bar/ dining area
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
The room was spotless! Very nice hotel very nice location and the staff is extremely helpful, this is a fantastic hotel in Edinburgh!
Reviewed on Feb 6, 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 Princes Street and George Street.
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 Princes Street.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Bonnington
While there might not be top attractions in Bonnington, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Princes Street and Royal Mile.
Stockbridge
Historic sites, museums, and art galleries highlight some of the notable features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
Broughton
Travelers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
