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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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 Fountainbridge
PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
Excellent facilities, clean and comfortable room, friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge
Clean spacious room, very comfortable. Staff helpful & friendly.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket
Brilliant hotel good location staff are first class and can’t fault it
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh West End
Nice breakfast with lots of choice.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Grove House Hotel
Lovely clean hotel , friendly staff,
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Staycity Aparthotels, Edinburgh, West End
Room was very nice. Arrived around 4am and there was someone there to check me in. Made check in easy. Everything is close by. Very much enjoyed my stay. I would come back for sure
Reviewed on 8 Nov 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.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and Royal Lyceum Theatre while 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.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.
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.
