Visit Portobello
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 entertainment choices and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
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
Get tickets for a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art scene.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
Top hotels in Portobello
Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
Great value for money
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Everything was great , from cleanness to friendly staff and the breakfast was delicious and very generous
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
I liked everything about this hotel especially the location. The staff was great and the rooms were nice. I would highly recommend this property.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
It was a great central and cheap place to sleep. The pod beds were comfy and lots of showers and bathrooms.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Viajamos en Familia para conocer Edinburgo y estuvimos muy comodos en este hotel! Si bien no está en el centro, está al lado del zoo y la zona es muy tranquila. La parada de micros está en la puerta, llegan muy rapido al centro y al aeropuerto. La espera es breve. El hotel está muy bien equipado, ...
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
The room was great, the breakfast buffet was so yummy and the staff was so lovely.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Portobello
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Old Town Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Edinburgh Castle and Parliament House.
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.
