Gifford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A rural landscape with a tree, open fields, and rolling hills under a cloudy sky.
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A golf course with a sand bunker, a tee box, and a house in the background.
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A river flowing through a forest with fallen leaves and moss-covered rocks.
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A stone bridge over a river, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A gravel driveway leading to a stone building with a metal roof, surrounded by trees and grass.
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Activities

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

NZ$136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Royal Attractions with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

Edinburgh: Royal Attractions with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

NZ$190
per adult
Edinburgh: Royal Attractions with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport

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

NZ$87
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

NZ$160
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

NZ$89
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Countryside in Edinburgh

Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh

NZ$245
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
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Our pick of the best Gifford Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$498 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$498
19 July - 20 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 ...
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$687 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$687
26 July - 27 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! (2,102 reviews)
"Very good hotel"

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

3 out of 5
69 Belford Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$183 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$183
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms ...
6.2/10 (1,304 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square Edinburgh Scotland
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! (1,230 reviews)
"Comfortable shared workspace and movie room."

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

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CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

4 out of 5
1 Morrison Link, Midlothian Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$548 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$548
26 July - 27 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 helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,318 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay. The A/C was great to have after 2 weeks without it. The shower is a tight fit due to the arrangement of the fixtures like the shampoo dispenser."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

4 out of 5
43 Jeffrey Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$567 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$567
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. ...
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
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Our guide on where to stay in Gifford

Find the best Gifford 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 cityscape with a prominent monument featuring columns and a dome, surrounded by historic buildings and a clear sky.

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile 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.

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.

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 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.

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