Sighthill
Edinburgh
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 fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.

Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the lively festivals and shops 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

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour
Top hotels in Sighthill

Novotel Edinburgh Park
everything is excellent. no complains. Valentine went extra mile to help me with the discounted parking.
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Ok, staff checking in weren't welcoming.
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Rooms too hot and told to open window to cool down and the noise made impossible to sleep. Had room at front of hotel. Avoid the welcome cocktail!!!
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Room was clean and spacious. Staff is polite and very helpful.
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
The room seemed smaller than the photos and was pretty much just a bed, two small nightstands and a shelf. And the glass door leading to the compact bathroom leaves little to the imagination. A man had lost his CC Card and we found it leaving us to believe that they did not give the room a proper ...
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
The hotel was your average hotel, some nicer finishings in the room however the lounge area had messy blankets and throw pillows all over. It looked like people were sleeping on them when we arrived. Our room was nice but SO hot. It felt like the sun was in our room, we had to get a fan from the ...
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sighthill

Murrayfield
Take time in Murrayfield to visit attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Gorgie
While visiting Gorgie, you might make a stop by sights like Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball.

Haymarket
Take time in Haymarket to visit attractions like Princes Street and Vietnam House Art Gallery. 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.

Morningside
Morningside is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Blackford Hill and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.

West End
Visitors to West End love its popular shops, and you can check out Dean Village and Johnnie Walker Princes Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station.

Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.





