Broughton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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Sherlock Holmes Statue

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh when you spend time at Sherlock Holmes Statue. Experience the area's entertainment choices and lively festivals.

Sherlock Holmes Statue
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Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(189 reviews)

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.

Edinburgh Castle
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Royal Mile

4.5/5(64 reviews)

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

Royal Mile
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Edinburgh Zoo

4/5(7 reviews)

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

Edinburgh Zoo
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University of Edinburgh

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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.

University of Edinburgh
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Princes Street

4.5/5(42 reviews)

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.

Princes Street

Activities

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Private Half-Day Tour of Edinburgh in a Mini

NZ$666
Per adult
Private Half-Day Tour of Edinburgh in a Mini
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Private Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh

NZ$176
Per adult
Private Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh
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Edinburgh In-App Audio Tour: Following the History of Crime

NZ$12
Per adult
Edinburgh In-App Audio Tour: Following the History of Crime
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Our pick of the best Broughton Hotel Deals

Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
4 out of 5
1 Morrison Link, Midlothian, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$331 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$331
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,580 reviews)
"Claire at the reception desk was personable, professional and a great ambassador for this hotel. Bravo! The room was a good size, everything was steps away, the restaurant was lovely."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$404 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$404
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Wonderful break
"We are older and we arrived early as we were tired. Lovely staff allowed us in to the room they sorted for us. It was at the end of a corridor so was really quiet. Best three nights sleep we have had in any hotel! Breakfast was amazing. We loved our stay!"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Regent House Hotel
Regent House Hotel
3 out of 5
3-5 Forth Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$378 per night from 23 May to 24 May
NZ$378
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, 8 restaurants, and 6 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (581 reviews)
"Easy check in and check out, close to the town centre and restaurants"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Regent House Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$454 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
NZ$454
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,025 reviews)
"Good location for castle and restaurants. Good reception check in and check out (Sara was really nice). Room was clean and comfortable. Restaurant has view of castle, food ok but quality variable. Pool facility good and nice and quiet"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$516 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$516
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,026 reviews)
"Great location with close proximity to dining, shopping and royal mile. Staff couldn’t have been nicer. Very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$341 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$341
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,987 reviews)
Good hotel in Edinburgh
"The hotel is within an easy walk from the airport bus stop and about 20 minute walk from the railways station. The room was clean. The shower rather small. I liked the idea that you are getting a 5-pound bar credit if you forgo the daily room service. I certainly don't need it every day during a ..."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

YOTEL Edinburgh
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Other neighbourhoods around Broughton

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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.

Bonnington
Edinburgh which includes night scenes and heritage architecture

New Town

4.5/5(120 area reviews)

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.

New Town
Calton Hill which includes general coastal views, a city and skyline

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.

Edinburgh City Centre
Old Town showing heritage elements and street scenes

Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Royal Mile – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Old Town Edinburgh
Scottish Parliament featuring a pool and street scenes

Holyrood

While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.

Holyrood
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Stockbridge

5/5(2 area reviews)

Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by Inverleith Park or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Stockbridge

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