Holyrood Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Scottish Parliament
After visiting Scottish Parliament, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Dynamic Earth
You can study the exhibits at Dynamic Earth, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Museum of Edinburgh
You can study the exhibits at Museum of Edinburgh, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Burns Monument
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Burns Monument. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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
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.
Top hotels in Holyrood
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
The room was clean and like the description. The location was perfect!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
very nice
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
Amazing stay, breakfast was great, pool was clean and a good size, the room was comfy and the maid was attentive and helpful. Would definitely come back!
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
Amazing room, loved all the little touches to Brewdog and great facilities! Delicious food and awesome staff, in particular Ru and Neel! Super location as just a 5 minute walk from the train station. We had a fabulous short stay!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Clean and comfy room, great amenities and super friendly staff.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Staff very good. Room was comfortable.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holyrood
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.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Surgeon's Hall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Pickering's Gin Distillery while you're exploring the area.
