Inverleith
Edinburgh
Visit Inverleith
Popular places to visit
Royal Botanic Garden
Relax after sightseeing among the exotic plants and Victorian greenhouses of this swath of nature in the heart of Edinburgh.
Inverleith Park
After visiting Inverleith Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
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 entertainment choices and lively festivals 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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Top hotels in Inverleith
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Very reasonable for a hotel in the heart of Edinburgh. 5* staff and amenities. The room had an amazing view of the castle.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
The staff member on reception was fantastic with my son & brother who has special needs. The rooms are a bit tatty but comfy beds & pillows. I left my electric toothbrush by mistake, called them the next morning but no sign 🙁
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Great hotel in central location. The food in the restaurant is excellent and the staff are very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
The bar was lovely, the room comfy. Bathroom lovely and clean
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Super staff, super comfy room!
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Room was spotless
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Inverleith
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.
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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.
Broughton
Travelers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sherlock Holmes Statue and Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery while you're in town.
Edinburgh City Centre
While you're in Edinburgh City Centre, take in top sights like Edinburgh Castle or Scott Monument, and hop on the metro to see more the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
West End
Visitors to West End love its popular shops, and you can check out Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Dean Village. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station.
Haymarket
Take time in Haymarket to visit attractions like Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Princes Street. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station to see more of the city.
