Newington
Edinburgh





Popular places to visit

National Library of Scotland
Scotland's biggest library is home to one of the world's most interesting literary archives.

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 lively festivals 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.
Things to do

Edinburgh: Pickering's Gin Jolly Tour (Distillery & Tasting)

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

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Top hotels in Newington

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Reviewed on 22 Aug, 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Aug, 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Reviewed on 20 Aug, 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Aug, 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Reviewed on 21 Aug, 2025

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Reviewed on 23 Aug, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Newington

Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.

Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.

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.

Tollcross
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.