New Town Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals.
George Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at George Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
St. Andrew Square
You can find out about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at St. Andrew Square. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Calton Hill
Calton Hill is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.
Scott Monument
Learn about the local history of Edinburgh when you take a trip to Scott Monument. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Top hotels in New Town
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025
YOTEL Edinburgh
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Motel One Edinburgh - Royal
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around New Town
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.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the notable features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
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.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Mansfield Place Church and Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery while you're in town.
Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
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.
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- Princes Street
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- George Street
- St. Andrew Square
- Calton Hill
- Omni Centre Edinburgh
- Scott Monument
- Charlotte Square
- Scottish National Gallery
- Waterloo Place
- St James Quarter
- Assembly Rooms
- Georgian House
- Edinburgh Visit Scotland Information Centre
- Scottish National Portrait Gallery
- Multrees Walk
- Mansfield Place Church
- Sherlock Holmes Statue
- Melville Monument
- Princes Mall
- St. Margaret's Chapel
- Church of St Andrew & St George
- Edinburgh World Heritage Trust
- St Paul's and St George's Church
- Nelson Monument
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