Holyrood
Edinburgh
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
You can study the exhibits at Dynamic Earth, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Museum of Edinburgh
You can study the exhibits at Museum of Edinburgh, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.
Burns Monument
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Burns Monument. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops.
Canongate Tolbooth
You can study the exhibits at Canongate Tolbooth, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Canongate Kirk
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a trip to Canongate Kirk. Discover the area's lively festivals and notable monuments.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
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
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
Top hotels in Holyrood
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Good value, location and good staff.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
very nice
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
Amazing stay, breakfast was great, pool was clean and a good size, the room was comfy and the maid was attentive and helpful. Would definitely come back!
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
Amazing room, loved all the little touches to Brewdog and great facilities! Delicious food and awesome staff, in particular Ru and Neel! Super location as just a 5 minute walk from the train station. We had a fabulous short stay!
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
The room had a great view and great service
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Great staff, clean comfortable room. Only problem was our room was a bit warm for us
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holyrood
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.
Edinburgh City Centre
While you're in Edinburgh City Centre, take in top sights like Princes Street or Royal Mile, and hop on the metro to see more the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Surgeon's Hall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Newington
Historic sites, museums, and cafes are just a few things travelers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Pickering's Gin Distillery while you're exploring the area.
