Stockbridge Travel Guide
Tourist 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 lively festivals and fascinating museums 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 romantic area.
Activities
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Our pick of the best Stockbridge Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 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.
Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Mansfield Place Church and Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery 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.
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.
- 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