Joppa Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is a popular museum in Edinburgh with a rich history. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Royal Mile
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Royal Mile, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
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
Explore the campus of University of Edinburgh during your visit to Edinburgh. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Joppa
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
*
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
good for price
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Good location, city center easy to reach by bus! Good breakfast!
Reviewed on 7 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
Location is great. Within 10mins walk to the Royal Mile and Train station. Parking is a challenge in town, for driving guests, good to quickly offload bags in front of the hotel and drive off.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Resident Edinburgh
No restaurant but good discount with local businesses . Room had bare minimum only soap no extras
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Joppa
Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Coade Stone Columns.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
