Fountainbridge
Edinburgh
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Popular places to visit
FountainPark
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at FountainPark. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
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.
Things to do
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Whisky Tasting with History and Storytelling
Edinburgh Castle Highlights Tour with Tickets, Map, and Guide
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Top hotels in Fountainbridge
PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
I had a great trip. Thank you to Tony who went above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable. Due to xmas the shopping slots were all gone and only a few days before our arrival there was a slot. He was very helpful in making sure our groceries order was collected by him when delivered to ...
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge
Beautiful room, wonderful staff!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh West End
Lovely hotel Breakfast was chaotic as very busy Negative points no car park on site or for check in
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Staycity Aparthotels, Edinburgh, West End
Rooms were really nice and clean. All amenities worked and it was so pleasing to see them there Trip was great due to stay
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
AAA
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Great stay, central location, comfortable rooms and enjoyed the pool and gym too.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fountainbridge
West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Gin Distillery to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Dalry
You'll appreciate the bars during your time in Dalry and you might want to plan a stop by Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile while you're in the area.
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.
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.
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.
Marchmont
Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile if you have time to explore the area.
