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Popular places to visit
Dean Village
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Dean Village. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
Rich with history, Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Edinburgh. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Two
You can study the exhibits at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Two, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
Johnnie Walker Princes Street
You can take time to visit Johnnie Walker Princes Street during your travels to Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Gin Distillery
You can take time to visit Edinburgh Gin Distillery during your travels to Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.
St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a trip to St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
Things to do
St Andrews Town & Castle, Nature Walk & Abbey Tour from Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Tour
Private Half-Day Tour of Edinburgh in a Mini
Off The Beaten Path Edinburgh: Dean Village Private Walking Tour
Edinburgh: Loch Ness Cruise, Glencoe Tour & 2 Highland Walks
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Other neighbourhoods around West End
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like FountainPark and Princes Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and The Meadows while in the area.
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.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by Inverleith Park or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Royal Mile and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
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- Dean Village
- Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
- Edinburgh Gin Distillery
- St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal
- 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
- Knockhill Racing Circuit
- Scotch Whisky Experience
- Edinburgh Port
- Princes Street Gardens
- Portobello Beach
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