Holyrood
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Scottish Parliament
As Scotland’s political center, this striking modern building hosts the nation's government and welcomes visitors to its events and exhibitions.
Dynamic Earth
You can study the exhibits at Dynamic Earth, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
Burns Monument
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Burns Monument. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
Museum of Edinburgh
You can study the exhibits at Museum of Edinburgh, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
Canongate Tolbooth
You can study the exhibits at Canongate Tolbooth, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
New Calton Cemetery Watchtower
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a visit to New Calton Cemetery Watchtower. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Top hotels in Holyrood
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
"Nice size, clean room with kitchenette. Perfect for our stay. Staff was very friendly."
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
"Perfect location. Easy walk to main attractions and the royal mile and right next to Holyrood park."
Reviewed on 22 May, 2026
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
"Very nice experience and would absolutely go back. The whole set up was very thoughtful and fun. The staff was amazing."
Reviewed on 24 May, 2026
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
"Close to train station and Royal Mile. Good breakfast. Quiet clean rooms but very small."
Reviewed on 23 May, 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
"Bar and sports facilities are great, The restaurant could be better with dinner poorly cooked and quality of product used at breakfast not commensurate with the price charged."
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"Clean room, staff was great, great location"
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holyrood
Pleasance
When in Pleasance, you can plan a visit to Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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 George Street and St. Andrew Square.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
