Kingsknowe Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and château or palace

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.

Edinburgh Castle
Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

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.

Royal Mile
Princes Street

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.

Princes Street
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

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.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

Edinburgh Zoo

Home to over 1,000 animals and 200 different species, this zoo works hard to maintain its many unusual and rare inhabitants.

Edinburgh Zoo
Grassmarket

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.

Grassmarket

Activities

Unmissable Edinburgh Half Day Tour

Unmissable Edinburgh Private Sightseeing Tour

NZ$623
per traveller
Unmissable Edinburgh Private Sightseeing Tour
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

NZ$84
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$39
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Edinburgh station on sunny day

Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets

NZ$566
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

NZ$140
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
Small-Group Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands Full-Day Tour

Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh

NZ$270
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh
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Our pick of the best Kingsknowe Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$470 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$470
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,993 reviews)
Castle view and great location!
"We had a spectacular view from our window of Edinburgh Castle. Magical to see the castle from your window morning and night. The street below had good choices of restaurants, pubs, shops. The location was perfect to walk to the Castle, to surrounding sites. The staff were friendly and welcoming. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$267 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$267
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and check in was seamless. We enjoyed a lovely meal at the restaurant. The room was great."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$534 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$534
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,747 reviews)
"Loved this hotel! Wish we stayed longer than 2 nights. Great location close to lots of shopping and dining. The breakfast at the cafe downstairs was AMAZING! Irine at the front desk was super nice and accommodating. Loved that we were able to have our luggage held before and after our stay. We will ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$394 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$394
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,298 reviews)
Hôtel très bien placé mais...
"Les plus : hôtel très bien placé, proche du centre et des transports en commun. Bagagerie gratuite. Chambre très grande, lumineuse. Les moins : une dame à l'accueil ni sympa ni souriante et très désagréable. J'ai un anglais basique mais partout ailleurs j'ai tres bien réussi a me faire comprendre, ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$291 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$291
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (942 reviews)
"Staff were super helpful. Everything was spotless and safe!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$441 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$441
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,160 reviews)
"Great location and Staff. Thank you"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
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Other neighbourhoods around Kingsknowe

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Merchiston

Merchiston is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Holy Corner, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Merchiston
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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.

Morningside
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Murrayfield

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Murrayfield
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Haymarket

5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Haymarket
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Bruntsfield

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Bruntsfield
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West End

4.5/5(54 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Princes Street to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

West End

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