Abbeyhill Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Palace of Holyroodhouse is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
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
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Zoo
Home to over 1,000 animals and 200 different species, this zoo works hard to maintain its many unusual and rare inhabitants.
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.
Activities
Edinburgh Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of Scottish Fudge
Edinburgh City Walking Tour, Discover Old Town, Royal Mile with a Local Expert!
Highlights from the Royal Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Highlights from Edinburgh’s Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Edinburgh Outlander Self-Guided Private Tour
Castles & Cobblestones: Personal Full Day Guided Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Abbeyhill
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Royal Mile – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and The Meadows are top sights worth seeing.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Princes Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street.
New Town
Travellers 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 Assembly Rooms.
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Edinburgh Castle
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Zoo
- George Street
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Royal Highland Centre
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Heriot-Watt University
- Arthur's Seat
- Edinburgh Port
- St. Andrew Square
- Scotch Whisky Experience
- Princes Street Gardens
- Portobello Beach
- Calton Hill
- Livingston Designer Outlet