New Town Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Princes Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
George Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at George Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
St. Andrew Square
You can find out about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at St. Andrew Square. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Calton Hill
Calton Hill is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
Scottish National Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Scottish National Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Edinburgh. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
Top hotels in New Town
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
"We stayed for 5 nights and we had the best time in Edinburgh Check-in/check-out experience was very smooth Staff friendliness and professionalism was excellent We had a little issue but was promptly resolved by the staff Special mention Vicky, thank you very much Room cleanliness and comfort was ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
"Great location, nice hotel."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Market Street Hotel
"Very nicely located right by the Waverley station. The rooms are lovely, very well appointed."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
YOTEL Edinburgh
"Could not fault our stay. Rooms quiet, comfortable and clean. Easy check in and check out. Used the complimentary left luggage services. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast was better on first day when we arrived earlier. Would recommend and use again."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG
"Clean room, comfy beds, safe location within walking distance to most major sites and restaurants. My 3 daughters and I just used our room as a place to sleep and shower, as we were in the city most of the day. No one-site parking. We used the Omni parking garage and walked uphill to our hotel. Breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
"Great location, the room was super clean... Nice hot buffet breakfast to start the day... Recommended"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around New Town
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Princes Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
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.
Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Royal Mile – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
