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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 entertainment choices 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 entertainment choices.
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 lively festivals.
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 acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
Activities
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Our pick of the best West End Hotel Deals
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
We had a lovely stay in the Hotel,it was close to the City & amenity,our room overlooked the Hills,and the staff were very friendly & helpful.I will definitely be using this Hotel when we come a next year as we hope too.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Excellent hotel - friendly and efficient staff and everywhere clean and well maintained. Hotel in a great location for seeing all the sights of Edinburgh
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
The Hoxton Edinburgh
What needs to be said before anything else is that the staff here were amazing. Every single person I spoke to was genuinely lovely. My room was was spotlessly clean and exactly as advertised. The mini kitchenette was a great addition. The bed was comfy, shower lovely and powerful, and the happy ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Rooms were clean the room we had did not have a room and was very hot
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Excellent hotel within easy reach of transport
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
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 noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St. Stephens Centre or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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 George Street and St. Andrew Square.
Marchmont
Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and George Square if you have time to explore the area.
