West End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Dean Village
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Dean Village. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
You can browse the exhibits at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Johnnie Walker Princes Street
You can take time to visit Johnnie Walker Princes Street during your travels to Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Gin Distillery
You can take time to visit Edinburgh Gin Distillery during your travels to Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and fascinating museums.
St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a trip to St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Vietnam House Art Gallery
You can study the exhibits at Vietnam House Art Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Edinburgh. Discover the area's lively festivals and notable monuments.
Activities
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
Our pick of the best West End Hotel Deals
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Our stay at this hotel was very nice. The staff were lovely and always greeted us with a smile. Breakfast was OK a bit more choice would be good. Also with a 3 night stay, it would’ve been nice for a quick room service specially for the bathroom area. My son loved all the mod cons in the room (mood ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
I’d definitely recommend to other single and couples traveling throughout the UK. The city center and Edinburgh castle is close by.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
voco Edinburgh-Haymarket by IHG
I stayed at this hotel for three days and had an excellent experience throughout my visit. The property is well maintained, with clean and comfortable rooms that meet high standards. The staff was professional, courteous, and attentive, ensuring a smooth and pleasant stay. The overall atmosphere ...
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
The Hoxton Edinburgh
Lovely room, great value. Really quiet. Amazing shower, lovely decor and really clean. Breakfast delicious, staff friendly and couldn’t do enough for you.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Excellent room, lovely breakfast in a pleasant setting. We used the pool which was a good size, albeit on the chilly side! Definitely the best Edinburgh hotel we’ve stayed at.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Clean, comfoetable room.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Princes Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
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.
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.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the notable features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
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.
