Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a prominent monument featuring columns and a dome, surrounded by historic buildings and a clear sky.
A tower with a spire, a cityscape with buildings, and a hill in the background.
A historic monument with inscriptions, surrounded by a cityscape with varied architecture and a distant view of a prominent clock tower.
A historic monument with columns, surrounded by a cityscape with buildings and a clear sky.
A Ferris wheel, a historic tower, and a festive Christmas tree display.

Stay near popular Edinburgh City Centre attractions

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.

Royal Mile

9.4/10 (9,742 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.
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Activities

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

NZ$87
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

NZ$50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour

NZ$80
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

NZ$127
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Discover Edinburgh A Guided Tour

Discover Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Tour

NZ$14
per adult
Discover Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Tour
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

NZ$157
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
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Our pick of the best Edinburgh City Centre Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$518 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$518
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$408 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$408
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
YOTEL Edinburgh
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4 out of 5
53 Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$446 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$446
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (715 reviews)
"We didn’t realize just how close the hotel was located to Waverly Station. It turned out to be the best decision we made to stay there. The room was spacious and the breakfast was outstanding. So close to Edinburgh castle, the Royal Mile and shopping. Would definitely recommend staying here."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$493 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$493
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,123 reviews)
"La proximité des attractions touristiques et la gentillesse du personnel!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton

4 out of 5
19 North Bridge Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$478 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$478
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"We stayed at the Hilton for one night. Overall, the hotel was clean, comfortable and perfectly adequate for a short stay. Check-in was a little unusual, as a pre-charge and not authorisation was taken on my card upfront as a precaution against potential room damage... it was unexpected and felt slightly ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$889 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$889
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,482 reviews)
"Perfect place"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
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Our guide on where to stay in Edinburgh City Centre

Find the best Edinburgh City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bustling street with historic buildings, a clock tower, and outdoor seating at a pub.

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.

A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.

The Usher Hall with a dome and classical architecture.
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Tollcross

Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.

A river with boats and historic buildings along the shore.

Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A historic stone building with a river in front.
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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.

Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide

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