Dalmeny Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle
This storied fortification has been at the heart of Scottish history for almost a thousand years, and remains the home of the glittering crown jewels.

Royal Mile
Stretching through the middle of the Old Town, this ancient thoroughfare brings you on a walk through the heart of Edinburgh history and tradition.

Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums 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.

Edinburgh Zoo
Home to over 1,000 animals and 200 different species, this zoo works hard to maintain its many unusual and rare inhabitants.

Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Activities

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Our pick of the best Dalmeny Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dalmeny

Murrayfield
If you're spending time in Murrayfield, you might enjoy attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.

Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.

West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Stockbridge
Historical 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.
Merchiston
Merchiston is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Holy Corner, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
- Edinburgh Castle
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Zoo
- George Street
- Portobello Beach
- Princes Street Gardens
- Heriot-Watt University
- St. Andrew Square
- The Kelpies
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Falkirk Wheel
- Royal Highland Centre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Arthur's Seat
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Edinburgh Port
- Calton Hill