Stockbridge Travel Guide
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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
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.

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.
Activities

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

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

Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

Edinburgh: St Andrews & The Fishing Villages of Fife
Our pick of the best Stockbridge Hotel Deals

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel
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YOTEL Edinburgh
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CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
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Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
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Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Stockbridge

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.

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.

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.

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.

Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.

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.
Stockbridge Travel Guide
- Edinburgh Castle
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Zoo
- George Street
- Portobello Beach
- Princes Street Gardens
- Heriot-Watt University
- St. Andrew Square
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Royal Highland Centre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Arthur's Seat
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Edinburgh Port
- Calton Hill
- Gyle Shopping Centre