Merchiston

Edinburgh

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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle featuring a castle and heritage elements

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(1,009 reviews)

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.

Edinburgh Castle
Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

Royal Mile

4.5/5(575 reviews)

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

Royal Mile
Princes Street

Princes Street

4.5/5(628 reviews)

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.

Princes Street
University of Edinburgh showing heritage architecture and heritage elements

University of Edinburgh

4.5/5(233 reviews)

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.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4.5/5(204 reviews)

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

Edinburgh Zoo
Grassmarket

Grassmarket

4.5/5(442 reviews)

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Grassmarket

Things to do

Loch Ness Boat Cruise

Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

S$120
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

S$64
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Edinburgh station on sunny day

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

S$434
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
Small-Group Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands Full-Day Tour

Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh

S$190
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

S$30
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

S$115
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
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Top hotels in Merchiston

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
3 out of 5
77 South Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is S$235 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
S$235
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,481 reviews)
"Great location, really amazing staff on reception. Beds are comfy. Room is small and basic but that was to be expected."

Reviewed on 28 May, 2025

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is S$146 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
S$146
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Great place to stay with the family. Directly next to the zoo and very close to the Edinburgh sites and sports grounds. Rooms spotless and had a recent revamp. Nice yo have a pool too. Will definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 26 May, 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is S$374 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
S$374
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,879 reviews)
"Confusing to have two Apex hotels near each other. Loved being in the center of activity in Grassmarket"

Reviewed on 25 May, 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
3 out of 5
69 Belford Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is S$131 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
S$131
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms in our ...
5.8/10 (1,207 reviews)
"I loved this hotel. While the hotel itself is old & tired it faded grandeur shines through and it has a fabulous location along Waters of Leith … a flowing stream in a heavily wooded ravine. Literally right along the wooded walking path which extends along the river. The area is residential and National ..."

Reviewed on 25 May, 2025

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Cheval Old Town Chambers
Cheval Old Town Chambers
5 out of 5
Royal Mile, 329 High Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is S$522 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
S$522
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,063 reviews)
"Lovely hotel & room. Staff was top notch and place was spotless. A little pricey, but worth it, right on the Royal Mile with tons of the old and new city within walking distance."

Reviewed on 26 May, 2025

Cheval Old Town Chambers
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is S$312 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
S$312
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,683 reviews)
"Beautiful luxurious hotel on the busy princess street. Rooms are modern and beautiful, comfortable and functional. Loved the fact that it had a pool and sauna. Staff friendly and helpful. Great location, right on the border of old town, easy to reach royal mile and other beautiful sights of Edinburgh. ..."

Reviewed on 27 May, 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Merchiston

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Bruntsfield

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

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.

Bruntsfield
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Gorgie

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.

Gorgie
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Morningside

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

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 Braid Hills Golf Course while you're in town.

Morningside
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Haymarket

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

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.

Haymarket
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West End

4/5(668 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

West End
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Tollcross

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

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.

Tollcross

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