Title: Blackburn Travel Guide: Best of Blackburn, Edinburgh Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Blackburn](https://expedia.co.uk/Blackburn-Edinburgh-Hotels.0-n553248635149807698-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Edinburgh](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Edinburgh.d6069845.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Edinburgh](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Edinburgh.d6069845.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Blackburn Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Blackburn.d553248635149807698.Car-Hire-Guide)[Blackburn Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Blackburn.d553248635149807698.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Blackburn Travel Guide ## Edinburgh ## Visit Blackburn Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Edinburgh travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh.dx6069845) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Edinburgh Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500994/2dc9ce59-cca4-4c4a-9596-068a3d7353c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Castle 4.5/5(1,018 reviews) Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Castle-Old-Town-Edinburgh.d500994.Attraction) ![Royal Mile](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129680/d9bc8d4a-e17a-41ba-b7bc-a4a59dc83e4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Royal Mile 4.5/5(586 reviews) Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Mile-Old-Town-Edinburgh.d6129680.Attraction) ![Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129679/519ee91c-169e-4464-8e7f-889b559cf4ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Princes Street 4.5/5(634 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Princes-Street-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6129679.Attraction) ![Edinburgh Zoo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501017/1d149a96-d3ae-431d-8fa3-5dbd90e6f688.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Zoo 4.5/5(207 reviews) See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Zoo-Corstorphine.d501017.Attraction) ![Aerial view of Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn St, Edinburgh, VK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081293/9cb8ee1f-427d-4c3e-ab6b-6a49de3fff40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Murrayfield Stadium 4.5/5(182 reviews) Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Murrayfield-Stadium-Murrayfield.d6081293.Attraction) ![University of Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501015/bad126e7-93d2-4fe2-a9de-3d7d9d271c70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Edinburgh 4.5/5(234 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Edinburgh-Southside.d501015.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5098683/82b3fb5f-e8f8-4aa4-928a-d9216ab35950.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket £37 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket.a5098683.activity-details) ![Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4846596/c270b82d-e8a1-4bbc-a2c7-74200610fb38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky £25 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-underground-vaults-evening-ghost-tour-with-whisky.a4846596.activity-details) ![The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840791/7a17567d-2de7-47ab-803b-45afed6f6924.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour £19 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-world-famous-underground-ghost-tour.a840791.activity-details) ![Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46343335/8fc17824-29ab-4220-940e-b200999cbe88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands £45 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-loch-ness.a46343335.activity-details) ![Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840918/20e83a38-5849-41f1-a43a-6721935295ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour £14 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/original-harry-potter-locations-tour-in-edinburgh-guided-tour.a840918.activity-details) ![The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/878303/d8ed9559-03dc-4110-900d-12d8e6442514.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh £32 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-chocolatarium-chocolate-tour-experience-in-edinburgh.a878303.activity-details) [See all activities in Edinburgh](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Edinburgh.d6069845.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Blackburn ![Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3600/3516/c8b006cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG 132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland £84 26 Apr - 27 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,222 reviews) A wonderful stay at the holiday Inn ( near the zoo) very spacious, very clean and organised-by friendly professional team. Well connected to airport and city. I hope to return when visiting Edinburgh again. Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=3516&PinnedHotelID=3516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149807698) ![Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5590000/5589200/5589159/5f55b0b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG 7 Clifton Terrace Edinburgh Scotland £98 26 Apr - 27 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Edinburgh Castle and Dean Village are ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews) Great location. Friendly helpful staff. Coukd do with tea snd coffee facilities in the rooms. Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=5589159&PinnedHotelID=5589159&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149807698) ![Moxy Edinburgh Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31718900/31718853/7b476860_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Moxy Edinburgh Airport 1 Fairview Road Newbridge Scotland £96 13 Apr - 14 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,305 reviews) Great value, Modern, clean, close to airport. Nice environment to have drink/dinner too if that interests you. The place had great energy Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=31718853&PinnedHotelID=31718853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149807698) ![Apex Waterloo Place Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2278100/2278092/44bdcbe4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apex Waterloo Place Hotel 23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland £149 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,046 reviews) This was actually a two night stay - two separate, sequential reservations - which the staff dealt with just fine on check-in, though despite getting my keys renewed first thing on Day 2, the keys still did not work when I got back to my room - first world problems! Biggest issue was that the hotel ... Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=2278092&PinnedHotelID=2278092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149807698) ![CODE - The Court, Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36160000/36151000/36150915/f0dfc5e2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### CODE - The Court, Edinburgh 1 a Parliament Square Edinburgh Scotland £106 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,076 reviews) Rooms were clean, staff were friendly, and Wifi worked perfectly. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=36150915&PinnedHotelID=36150915&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149807698) ![Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/802200/802180/ec66a5ab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection 53 Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland £141 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (490 reviews) Great staff, bar and restaurant were under renovations but they provided a grab and go breakfast which was nice Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=802180&PinnedHotelID=802180&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149807698) [See all 3,404 properties in Blackburn](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026®ionId=553248635149807698) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Image shot 2007. Exact date unknown.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173680/9e75f08c-e3a1-4bc5-8d86-6fc9f8249784.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Murrayfield 4.5/5(39 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Murrayfield.dx6173680) ![Haymarket](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069845/c9084425-dafb-4893-8224-f7ed7e714154.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Haymarket 4.5/5(22 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Haymarket.dx6163730) ![Morningside](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179561/65f7956a-8669-4907-a4f4-c7c273e0c76f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Morningside 4.5/5(27 area reviews) Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and The Braid Hills while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Morningside.dx179561) ![Aerial view of historic city with cathedral and old town, Merchiston, Edinburgh, Scotland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129675/a1928e62-7076-40f8-95b5-0b0abc118bb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West End 4/5(677 area reviews) Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Gin Distillery to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-West-End.dx6129675) ![Fountainbridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/794890163565580288/69d28b54-52f4-4577-a587-f53d218f994c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fountainbridge If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Fountainbridge.dx794890163565580288) ![Bruntsfield](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173461/8d9f9503-61b2-4c03-a54e-f023343438ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bruntsfield 4.5/5(49 area reviews) 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. 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