Slateford Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Corn Exchange
Get tickets for a show at Edinburgh Corn Exchange, a popular theatre in Edinburgh. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries 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 & Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Our pick of the best Slateford Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Breakfast was great, staff was very helpful. We loved our view of the castle
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Fantastic experience. The staffs are very polite
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
The hotel is an easy (and frequent) bus ride from
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Excellent facilities including fitness center, swimming pool, sauna, etc. Rooms were very clean and appealing.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Breakfast and location are good.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Resident Edinburgh
Room and Kitchen were clean and well equipped. Staff were courteous and attentive. One member of the night staff on our second night was very helpful and concerned when my wife had left her handbag at the restaurant we ate at. He made several phone calls in an attempt to resolve and called us a taxi( ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Slateford
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.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Blackford Hill and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.
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.
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.
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.
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