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 acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments.
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 acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
Burns Monument
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Burns Monument. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
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
It was a good place to stay for a weekend. It is as advertised and worked well for a couple of days. My concern is security the front desk staff is young. I forgot my room number they told me I asked for another key they gave it to me.. all with out any form of ID. Finally I left my key in the room ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
Premier Inn Edinburgh Cc Royal Mile
The hotel was a good location from the train station, it was clean and quiet. The breakfast buffet options in the morning were very good. The staff was very on top of things and very helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
It was good for the location and price. Would have been good to have a vending machine or something to have extra snacks and drinks.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Really enjoyed our stay but generally feel needs updating.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Breakfast buffet had a wide selection and staff made sure that everything was well stocked and fresh for the busy morning rush. Very good quality food, delicious and convenient. The staff overall was always attentive and ready to help.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holyrood
Pleasance
When in Pleasance, you can plan a visit to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby 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.
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 George Square 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.
