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 entertainment choices 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 lively festivals and entertainment choices.
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 entertainment choices 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 acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
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
Really nice hotel in a great location. Staff were all very polite and the pool was lovely too.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
What stood out? Everything! From the welcome when we arrived, the facilities in the room, the additional touches such as the social hour to all the interactions with staff.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
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Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Absolutely outstanding stay! Had a beautiful room with a balcony overlooking the Christmas market and Edinburgh Castle. It was perfectly situated. 3 min walk from the train station and 4 mins from shops. Everything was a stones throw away! Beautiful bathroom and room in general on the top floor. ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Market Street Hotel
Had a fantastic time staying at Market Street Hotel. Located right outside Waverley Station with the Old Town just behind and New Town in front. We had complimentary upgrade on our room too. Room service was excellent and breakfast lovely with choice of cooked and continental style and a glass of ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
YOTEL Edinburgh
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Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
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 Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
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.
