West Calder Travel Guide
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Great hotel, great views of the castle, and great location to explore Edinburgh.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
The location was really close to dining and shopping options as well as the landmarks. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Solid hostel, but the curtains on the top pods do little to keep out light as they don’t actually cover the pod. The charger port in my pod didn’t work to charge my phone or laptop and there was no convenient spot in the hostel to sit and charge my devices. There are 2 seats on one floor for the ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
Would recommend. It’s located on a nice quiet and safe street. Very close to groceries and public transportation
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
great stay
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Stewart by Heeton Concept
We stayed in Apartment 8 and the first thing that must be stated is that there is no views out the windows. They are frosted for privacy ... BUT... the location is very central and a short walk to Princes St and about 10 minutes to the Castle. Theapartment is spotlessly clean and stylish. The beds ...
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
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 entertainment choices 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 family-friendly area.
Activities

Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
- Five Sisters Zoo
- Edinburgh Castle
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Zoo
- George Street
- Portobello Beach
- Princes Street Gardens
- Heriot-Watt University
- St. Andrew Square
- The Kelpies
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Falkirk Wheel
- Royal Highland Centre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Arthur's Seat
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Edinburgh Port
- Calton Hill








