Polwarth Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.
Royal Mile
Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Princes Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. 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 Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
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Other neighbourhoods around Polwarth
Merchiston
Merchiston is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Holy Corner, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Blackford Hill and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.
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.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Princes Street 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 The Meadows while in the area.
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Places for Day Trips near Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Princes Street
- University of Edinburgh
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- Grassmarket
- George Street
- National Museum of Scotland
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Royal Highland Centre
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- Edinburgh Park
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Heriot-Watt University
- Arthur's Seat
- Princes Street Gardens
- St. Andrew Square
- Scotch Whisky Experience
- Knockhill Racing Circuit
- Edinburgh Port
- Dean Village
- Portobello Beach
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Calton Hill
- Royal Infirmary
- Festival Theatre
- Livingston Designer Outlet
- Usher Hall