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

9.4/5 (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

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

NZ$133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

NZ$80
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport

Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

NZ$84
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

NZ$43
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included

NZ$89
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group

Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group

NZ$219
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
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Our pick of the best Edinburgh City Centre Hotel Deals

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$467 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$467
5 July - 6 July
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! (2,108 reviews)
"An absolutely incredible stay. While I won’t go into specifics, the staff here went completely above and beyond in a way that left me overwhelmed with gratitude. Their kindness and exceptional service turned a standard hotel stay into an unforgettable experience. I cannot recommend this hotel enough. ..."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$467 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$467
5 July - 6 July
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,729 reviews)
"No AC…extremely hot on 3rd floor. Hallways were sweltering."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

4 out of 5
43 Jeffrey Street Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$547 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$547
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,441 reviews)
"Clean room, polite staffs, good breakfast? Easy access to shop, train station, restaurants. Happy to stay in this htl,"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$325 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$325
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,189 reviews)
"Best hostel I’ve stayed at! Great amenities and very clean areas. Bathrooms were nice and big, and the pods felt very private. Would recommend to anyway looking for a place to stay in Edinburgh"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

4 out of 5
80 High Street The Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$772 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$772
20 July - 21 July
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 helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,077 reviews)
"Our room was wonderful with a beautiful view of the city. Perfect location to walk to all the major attractions."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$509 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$509
5 July - 6 July
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,546 reviews)
"Did not manage breakfast but enjoyed stay .staff very helpful"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

YOTEL 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 Princes Street – 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 Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.

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 Edinburgh Port 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.

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 Gothic cathedral with a large circular stained glass window and multiple spires.
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Haymarket

Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and Vietnam House Art Gallery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.

Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide

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