Craigleith
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Popular places to visit

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
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.

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.

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.

Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.

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

Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets

Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
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Other neighbourhoods around Craigleith

Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by Inverleith Park or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Princes Street to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.

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 Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.

Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Princes Street or Royal Mile and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and The Meadows while in the area.