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Haymarket is a walkable, economical neighborhood with convenient options for restaurants, bars, and coffee shops. Broaden your horizons with some local theater. Hotels in Haymarket provide a good starting point for sightseeing in and around the Edinburgh area.

Sightseeing around Haymarket

The museums and theaters provide some cultural flavor, while the historic sites and castle offer insight into local lore. Study the collections at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Dean Gallery, or Royal Scots Regimental Museum. You can buy tickets to live performances at Usher Hall, Royal Lyceum Theatre, and King's Theatre. Swing by Georgian House, Edinburgh Castle, and Gladstone's Land to learn about local history. Some landmarks that can't be missed include St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal, Charlotte Square, and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. Create some family memories at Omni Centre Edinburgh, Our Dynamic Earth, and Royal Commonwealth Pool.

You can get some shopping done while you're here, or take part in any number of other activities. An enjoyable day at the park is awaiting you at Princes Street Gardens, The Meadows, or Royal Botanic Garden. Surround yourself with nature at Beecraigs Country Park. With a shopping trip to Geoffrey Kiltmakers and Weavers, Princes Mall, or Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre, you might find that perfect souvenir. A visit to Tynecastle Stadium, Murrayfield Stadium, or Carlton Cricket Club won't disappoint either.

Some of the area's most popular sights are Greyfriars Kirk, St. Giles' Cathedral, and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. National War Museum, Scotch Whisky Experience, and Tartan Weaving Mill are other must-sees.

Getting around Haymarket

To venture out of town, take a train from Edinburgh Haymarket Station.

Edinburgh (EDI) is the closest major airport, 5.6 miles (9 km) from Haymarket.