Gilmerton 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 notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Royal Mile
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Royal Mile. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable 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 entertainment choices 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 shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Edinburgh Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Edinburgh Zoo home during your travels in Edinburgh. Discover the lively festivals in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Top hotels in Gilmerton
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
It was a great room that was centrally located.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Room was spotless, the staff supper friendly
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Quick check in. Comfortable room on doorstep to all amenities
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
The bar was lovely, the room comfy. Bathroom lovely and clean
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
A great location, with Edinburgh Zoo to the rear and expansive views to the Pentland Hills in front. Parking was a breeze and good public transport into the centre - not far away. Indoors thoughtfully updated. The staff were skilled - professional, courteous and very friendly. We took a Compact room ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Comfortable bed, great amenities, lovely breakfast. Only downside was not many options for vegan diet
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gilmerton
Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and Royal Commonwealth Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Braid Hills Golf Course and The Braid Hills while you're in town.
Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Joppa Shore.
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.
Gilmerton Travel Guide
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- Gilmerton Cove
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- University of Edinburgh
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- George Street
- Princes Street Gardens
- St. Andrew Square
- Edinburgh Park
- Edinburgh International Conference Centre
- Royal Highland Centre
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- National Museum of Scotland
- Arthur's Seat
- Calton Hill
- Omni Centre Edinburgh
- Heriot-Watt University
- Victoria Street
- Royal Infirmary
- The Hub
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Dalhousie Castle
