Blackburn
Edinburgh
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
Grassmarket
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.
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.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Top hotels in Blackburn
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
The room had a great view and great service
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Room was clean and beds were comfortable. They offered us Tide pods for free to run a load of laundry which was very nice. Great location, just below the main areas of the Royal Mile. Definitely would stay here again.
Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Staff very good. Room was comfortable.
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Everything was great during my stay. Staff were courteous and friendly. The room was very clean and well maintained. I really enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 17 Feb, 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Very nice hotel, rooms are modern, clean and nice.
Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 15 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Blackburn
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.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Dominion Cinema and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.
West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
