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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
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Princes Street, a favorite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices 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.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's entertainment choices and lively festivals.
Things to do
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Rosslyn Chapel, Dunfermline Abbey & Stirling Castle Tour
Edinburgh: Real Mary King's Close Guided Tour
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh
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Other neighbourhoods around Colinton
Morningside
Morningside is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and Braid Hills Golf Course while you're in town.
Merchiston
Merchiston is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Holy Corner, a top attraction in the neighborhood.
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
Take time in Murrayfield to visit attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop 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
In the heart of Edinburgh, Haymarket boasts a variety of pubs, cafés, and restaurants, with historic Ryries Pub as a highlight. Easily accessible, it offers Haymarket railway station, tram connections, and various bus routes for convenient travel.
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Grassmarket
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- National Museum of Scotland
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Arthur's Seat
- Dean Village
- Princes Street Gardens
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Heriot-Watt University
- Scotch Whisky Experience
- Calton Hill
- Livingston Designer Outlet
- Rosslyn Chapel