Abbeyhill Travel Guide
Edinburgh





Popular places to visit

Palace of Holyroodhouse
Palace of Holyroodhouse is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

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.

Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the lively festivals 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 Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Things to do

Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends

Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off City Tour
Top hotels in Abbeyhill

Destiny Student Holyrood - Campus Accommodation
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Abbeyhill

Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.

Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Mansfield Place Church and Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery while you're in town.

Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
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- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Princes Street
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Grassmarket
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- George Street
- Portobello Beach
- Edinburgh Park
- Dean Village
- Princes Street Gardens
- Heriot-Watt University
- St. Andrew Square
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Usher Hall
- Royal Highland Centre
- Arthur's Seat
- National Museum of Scotland
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Edinburgh Port
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Calton Hill
- Royal Infirmary
- Omni Centre Edinburgh
- Knockhill Racing Circuit
- Gyle Shopping Centre