Craigleith
Edinburgh
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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
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Top hotels in Craigleith
Village Hotel Edinburgh
Clean friendly hotel
Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2025
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Great hotel, great views of the castle, and great location to explore Edinburgh.
Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Clean comfortable beds and room. Friendly staff. Good food both breakfast and dinner were delicious and good value
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
The location was really close to dining and shopping options as well as the landmarks. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Solid hostel, but the curtains on the top pods do little to keep out light as they don’t actually cover the pod. The charger port in my pod didn’t work to charge my phone or laptop and there was no convenient spot in the hostel to sit and charge my devices. There are 2 seats on one floor for the ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct, 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Lovely
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Craigleith
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the notable features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
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.
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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.
Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
