Craigmillar Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Craigmillar Castle
Learn about the local history of Edinburgh when you take a trip to Craigmillar Castle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
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 Craigmillar Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
The rooms are very clean and the beds and pillows so comfortable. Staff really friendly. Brilliant location
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
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
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
Market Street Hotel
Friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Craigmillar
Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.
Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.
Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Joppa Shore.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and Royal Commonwealth Pool are top sights worth seeing.
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 Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
