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.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
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 fascinating museums and lively festivals.
Things to do
Private Greyfriars Kirkyard tour - 'Meet' the dead of Old Edinburgh!
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Other neighbourhoods around Colinton
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.
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.
Corstorphine
Visitors to Corstorphine enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Edinburgh Zoo is worth a stop.
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.
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- Torphin Hill Golf Club
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- Edinburgh Zoo
- University of Edinburgh
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- Grassmarket
- George Street
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- Royal Highland Centre
- National Museum of Scotland
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Arthur's Seat
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- St. Andrew Square
- Heriot-Watt University
- Edinburgh Park
- Dean Village
- Knockhill Racing Circuit
- Scotch Whisky Experience
- Edinburgh Port
- Princes Street Gardens
- Portobello Beach
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Calton Hill
- Livingston Designer Outlet
- Royal Infirmary