Sighthill
Edinburgh
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 lively festivals 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
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Things to do
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh Castle & Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Top hotels in Sighthill
Novotel Edinburgh Park
Lovely located hotel and clean room. Only negatives are the price of parking thats not noted until you get there, no shampoo or conditioner in the shower and the spa only has 4 beds and kids classes going on constantly in the pool whilst I was there. Definitely not relaxing and having to fight for ...
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Staff good room goodshower good
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
The staff member on reception was fantastic with my son & brother who has special needs. The rooms are a bit tatty but comfy beds & pillows. I left my electric toothbrush by mistake, called them the next morning but no sign 🙁
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Quick check in. Comfortable room on doorstep to all amenities
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
comfort
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Super staff, super comfy room!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sighthill
Corstorphine
Visitors to Corstorphine enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Edinburgh Zoo is worth a stop.
Murrayfield
If you're spending time in Murrayfield, you might enjoy attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Braid Hills Golf Course and The Braid Hills while you're in town.
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.
