Pleasance 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
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.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
University of Edinburgh
Explore the campus of University of Edinburgh during your visit to Edinburgh. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Pleasance
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Very nice and clean and good view
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Good location - just a little noisy
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
We loved our stay at the Court!! The only issue we had is that the elevator was broken, so we had to haul luggage up 4 flights of stairs. However, staff was helpful in getting luggage to the rooms, and helped us take them down at the end of our stay. Great food, great atmosphere, fun activities for ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
The staff were incredibly sweet! They helped me sign up for the free rewards program to enable an early check-in free of charge. They also let me store bags safely and securely the day I checked out. Thanks for an incredible stay :)
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Rooms were clean and spacious. Great location!!! Staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
A lovely location for golf and to be near the airport.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pleasance
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and George Square are top sights worth seeing.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
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.
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.
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.
