Gorgie 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
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
Activities
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Our pick of the best Gorgie Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
This was a wonderful hotel in a great area. Staff was very courteous, and everything was well maintained
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Great location close to the Mile, clean room with kitchen amenities.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Staff were brilliant, very friendly and helpful. However the bed in our room was really uncomfortable and squeaky, and the bar didn’t have any alcohol-free drinks available which is a bit poor these days. Glad we were only there for a few hours before an early flight.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Awful experience and customer service
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Room was great, super friendly staff
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
For a fairly inexpensive room in the city centre, we really can’t fault it much. The staff were lovely and very willing to help, too. In saying that however, you really do get what you pay for. The room felt a little claustrophobic with 2 of us in there (we got the one with no window), only 2 very ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gorgie
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.
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.
West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Princes Street to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and The Braid Hills while you're in town.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Royal Lyceum Theatre and Usher Hall while in the area.
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- Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
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