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 which includes heritage elements and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500994/2dc9ce59-cca4-4c4a-9596-068a3d7353c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Castle 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-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d500994.Attraction) ![Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129680/d9bc8d4a-e17a-41ba-b7bc-a4a59dc83e4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Mile-Edinburgh-City-Centre.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 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) ![University of Edinburgh which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501015/bad126e7-93d2-4fe2-a9de-3d7d9d271c70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Edinburgh-Southside.d501015.Attraction) ![Edinburgh Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501017/1d149a96-d3ae-431d-8fa3-5dbd90e6f688.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Zoo 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 Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Murrayfield-Stadium-Murrayfield.d6081293.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) ![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 **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-loch-ness.a46343335.activity-details) ![The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840791/6c427b6e-1ce6-4058-86a1-d5fa791730b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour £18 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-world-famous-underground-ghost-tour.a840791.activity-details) ![Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44797771/1af1d6a7-aef4-4f2b-9960-5c7def3691f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI) £36 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/turkish-airlines-lounge-by-plaza-premium-group-at-edinburgh-airport-edi.a44797771.activity-details) ![The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/878303/33674c44-efa3-4f2f-b2d2-58791e1079aa.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) ![Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45721650/a080ddab-a2f0-49d6-9144-6a1ef16ff99a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit £58 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/harry-potter-tour-edinburgh-castle-visit.a45721650.activity-details) [See all activities in Edinburgh](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Edinburgh.d6069845.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Blackburn ![Apex Grassmarket Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62800/62750/8444fe8a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apex Grassmarket Hotel 31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland £100 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,448 reviews) Room was spotless. Had everything you could need. Staff were great. Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=62750&PinnedHotelID=62750&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149807698) ![Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/874000/873944/e5a4f71f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh 111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland £62 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ... 8/10 Very Good! (653 reviews) Room spotless, food great, staff pleasant and friendly. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=873944&PinnedHotelID=873944&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149807698) ![Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3600/3516/76146d62_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG 132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland £44 22 Feb - 23 Feb 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. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,119 reviews) Very friendly and helpful staff, room very clean, breakfast was very good with a large selection of hot and cold items Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=3516&PinnedHotelID=3516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149807698) ![Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37170000/37166300/37166264/cd41f9ec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket 152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland £65 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,629 reviews) Staff was wonderful. Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=37166264&PinnedHotelID=37166264&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 £71 23 Feb - 24 Feb 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,239 reviews) Great room very nice Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=31718853&PinnedHotelID=31718853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149807698) ![Virgin Hotels Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74640000/74635500/74635444/b8cc5be5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Virgin Hotels Edinburgh 1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland £183 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,384 reviews) Amazing Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=74635444&PinnedHotelID=74635444&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149807698) [See all 3,326 properties in Blackburn](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%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 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) ![Aerial view of sunset over Murrayfield International Stadium and residential neighborhood in Gorgie, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6132176/459ec669-0a8f-4923-9f78-0464710100f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gorgie If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Gorgie.dx6132176) ![Dean Village Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069845/c9084425-dafb-4893-8224-f7ed7e714154.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Haymarket Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal. 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) ![The View From Blackford Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179561/65f7956a-8669-4907-a4f4-c7c273e0c76f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Morningside 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 Braid Hills Golf Course 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 Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-West-End.dx6129675) ![New Permament mooring on Union Canal](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. 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