Craigleith Travel Guide
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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
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals 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.
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.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Top hotels in Craigleith
Village Hotel Edinburgh
The breakfast was not the best this time around. They don’t do hot chocolate, they had no eggs for the majority or my stay and their bakery options were limited. The staff were not very helpful.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Staff here was amazing!!! They made us feel so welcome and it was very safe—I was traveling with my three children and it felt so safe and easy to be there.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Very nice
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
The room was perfect, comfortable, clean, brilliant view. Hotel is in a safe, scenic, convenient area, staff were absolutely brilliant and a great help, Daniel in specific was the first one I was greeted by and helped by greatly, immediately felt well catered for and he helped us with everything, ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Staff was wonderful.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Centrally located. Large, bright room. Helpful staff.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Craigleith
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St. Stephens Centre or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and Vietnam House Art Gallery. 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 Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
New Town
Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like George Street and St. Andrew Square.
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.
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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