Edinburgh City Centre
Edinburgh
Visit Edinburgh City Centre
Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
A focal point of Scottish history that dominates Edinburgh’s skyline and which has served as a fortress, a palace and home to the crown jewels.
Royal Mile
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.
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.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
George Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at George Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Loch Lomond, the Highlands & Hairy Coos (Small Group)
Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Great place, location and staff and food
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Lovely hotel, well situated. Good breakfast, felt a little rushed when bringing out the hot choice (I’d only just got myself some cereal) We ate at the restaurant in the evening, good food, substantial portions, average price for the area. Nice swimming pool, very quiet first thing in the morning. ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
The staff was helpful. Great location
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Great restaurant & staff
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
We had a very enjoyable stay.The hotel is in a great location,close to the city centre. The staff were very helpful and pleasant.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Hotel is on the Royal Mile and close to shopping, restaurants, and many historical sites. Rooms were clean and offered everything we needed. Fold-away bed makes sense to transform the room during the day but it wasn't comfortable. Staff was helpful and professional. Abi went above and beyond when ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Edinburgh City Centre
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.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
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.
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.
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.
