Old Town Edinburgh Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Visit Old Town 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.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
St. Giles' Cathedral
St. Giles' Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Usher Hall
Enjoy a show at Usher Hall, a popular theatre in Edinburgh. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
National Museum of Scotland
You can study the exhibits at National Museum of Scotland, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Top hotels in Old Town Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Pretty center to everything you need
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Clean room and clean sheets. WiFi could have been better. Friendly staff though. But could do with more showers and toilets.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
Great hotel right on the “Royal mile.’ This was the second time we’ve stayed there and I can’t think of anything I ’d improve,
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Our room was clean and cozy. The breakfast was excellent and the bar had a great menu and drinks. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The location provided quick access to buses and the Royal Mile. A convenience store was located a few doors down from the hotel.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
One elevator was out so this slowed down , breakfast is great , slept great , staff very helpful
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Market Street Hotel
Great location. Right across from the train station. One street over from the Royal mile and a bridge crossing to New town. Great snacks and drinks at no cost in the room. Wonderful rain showers and great heat and air conditioning.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Edinburgh
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.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
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 George Street and St. Andrew Square.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while 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.
