Newington Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
National Library of Scotland
National Library of Scotland is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's entertainment choices or seek out its golf courses.
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.
University of Edinburgh
Explore the campus of University of Edinburgh during your visit to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Edinburgh Zoo home during your travels in Edinburgh. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.
Top hotels in Newington
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Free mince pies and a free drink
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Breakfast was not free, but quite good! Staff was exceptional, Anastasia at the front desk was amazingly helpful and willing to help us with activities. Amr, housekeeping was very thorough and helpful. Craig bartender was great! Loved the hotel, loved the location, loved the special touches of having ...
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
A very welcoming place with great staff, outstanding rooms, great value for money every thing was well thought off we couldn’t of asked for more, great location highly recommend staying here
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Staff were amazing and excellent facilities
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
l0vley r00m
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Clean and beautiful place to spend your weekend
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Newington
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.
Marchmont
Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile if you have time to explore the area.
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.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and Royal Lyceum Theatre while in the area.
