Colinton 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 entertainment choices and lively festivals 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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Our pick of the best Colinton Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Staff good room goodshower good
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Room was perfect for a quick stay, comfy bed, great TV options, staff were nice, food and drinks were great too.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Location is spot on. Hotel excellent in all areas. Reception 100% staff great. Warm and friendly atmosphere. Food and drink great. Best of all the free use of pool _ sauna _ steam room and jaccuzzi within the pool. Will deffinatly be back here as we come to Edinburgh 4 times a year.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
comfort
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Comfortable bed, had a evening meal which was nioce and the pool was great!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
I enjoyed my stay there very relaxing
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Colinton
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Braid Hills Golf Course and The Braid Hills while you're in town.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Corstorphine
Visitors to Corstorphine enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Edinburgh Zoo is worth a stop.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Princes Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
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