Bilston
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
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Edinburgh Castle
A focal point of Scottish history that dominates Edinburgh’s skyline and which has served as a fortress, a palace and home to the crown jewels.
![Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39067-The-Royal-Mile.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Royal Mile
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.
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Princes Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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University of Edinburgh
The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.
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Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
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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.
Things to do
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Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
![Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840918/03aefdb8-7a73-481c-a636-2358f3c98ed3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
![Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46343335/8fc17824-29ab-4220-940e-b200999cbe88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
![The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840791/6c427b6e-1ce6-4058-86a1-d5fa791730b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
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Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
![Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48238694/4cc6279e-0383-4f75-b08b-1594b7979322.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern
Top hotels in Bilston
![Apex Grassmarket Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62800/62750/302bc9d0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Feb,2025
![Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4300/4270/b0470586_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb,2025
![YOTEL Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36670000/36667900/36667881/118bf85b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Feb,2025
![Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16290000/16282000/16281979/5c3f9168_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb,2025
![Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22000/21999/05372291_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Feb,2025
![Apex Waterloo Place Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2278100/2278092/c4cdc086_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Feb,2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bilston
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Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and Dominion Cinema while you're in town.
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Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.
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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.
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Marchmont
Visitors to Marchmont enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, The Meadows is worth a stop.
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Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.
Merchiston
Merchiston is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Holy Corner, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.