Pilton
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.
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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
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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
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Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern
Top hotels in Pilton
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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
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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 Pilton
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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.
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Murrayfield
If you're spending time in Murrayfield, you might enjoy attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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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.
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Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and Vietnam House Art Gallery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
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Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Princes Street and Royal Mile.
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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.