Inverleith Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Inverleith
Popular places to visit
Royal Botanic Garden
Relax after sightseeing among the exotic plants and Victorian greenhouses of this swath of nature in the heart of Edinburgh.
Inverleith Park
After visiting Inverleith Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices 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.
Activities
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Our pick of the best Inverleith Hotel Deals
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
YOTEL Edinburgh
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Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
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CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Inverleith
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the notable features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
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.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
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.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
