Murrayfield Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Murrayfield
Popular places to visit
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.
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 lively festivals 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.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Activities
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
From Edinburgh: Small-Group Day Tour of Loch Lomond, Stirling & The Kelpies
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Edinburgh Castle & Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included
Our pick of the best Murrayfield Hotel Deals
Murrayfield Hotel
"Fabulous hotel. Lovely rooms. Problem with heating when I first arrived in my room, but it was quickly put right."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
"I want to leave feedback regarding the customer service experience at the Holiday Inn, specifically near the Starbucks area. First, I do want to acknowledge that there were two Indian women working in the Starbucks area who were very kind, respectful, and professional. They treated customers with ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"Clean, great service! I’d come back and recommend any time."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
"Our room was a converted holding cell with bars still on the window. It had a toilet and shower and was pretty small, but they did an excellent job with the space, lots of hooks, drawer under the bed, a fair amount of shelves and lots of mirrors to make it feel bigger. Great bed! I also appreciated ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
"The location of the hotel is excellent, however due to construction going on outside the hotel the area is dirty. The staff is excellent and the rooms are clean. I did find a long black hair in my shower… I’m blonde."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
"Nice hotel, well located. Clean and great breakfast. Only complaint is the cleaning staff was super loud yelling up and down the hall"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Murrayfield
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and Edinburgh Gin Distillery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
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.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St. Stephens Centre or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
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.
