Edinburgh Principal Attractions
Use our Edinburgh Principal Attractions listings to help you plan your visit to the main attractions in Edinburgh, or browse by location using the
map of principal attractions in Edinburgh.
45-47 Niddy Street, Mid Lothian, , Edinburgh EH1 1LG
Tel 44 (0)131 5574700
Visit Auld Reekie's underground city and see a working witches' temple, legendary haunted vault with over 70 paranormal occurrences and medieval torture chambers (with instruments from the infamous Nuremberg Castle).
Chalmers Close, Royal Mile, , Edinburgh EH1 1SS
Tel 44 (0)1315564364
The Brass Rubbing Centre occupies Trinity Apse, the only surviving fragment of the Gothic Trinity College Church, founded about 1460 by Queen Mary of Gueldres, wife of James II of Scotland.
Caiystone View, Oxgang Road, , Edinburgh EH
Tel 44 (0)1721 722502
This impressive 2.7 m (9ft) tall prehistoric cup-marked stone, also known as the General Kay's Monument, or the Kel Stone, traditionally marked the site of an ancient battle, perhaps between the Picts and the Romans.
Castlehill, , Edinburgh EH1 2ND
Tel 44 (0)131 2263709
Where seeing is not believing! Five great attractions in one visit - a gallery, city panorama, rooftop viewing and two 3D features. Welcome to Edinburgh's oldest visitor attraction, built beside Edinburgh Castle in 1853.
2 Market Street, , Edinburgh EH1 1DE
Tel 44 (0)131 5293993
Located in the heart of the capital, with six exhibition galleries, the City Art Centre is Scotland's emporium of the visual arts. It is both home to the city's collection of Scottish Art, and one of the UK's leading temporary exhibition spaces.
70/74 Bangor Road, Leith, , Edinburgh EH6 5JU
Tel 44 (0)131 5535161
Only 5 minutes from the Royal Yacht Britannia, you will find a world of truly Scottish style. In our clan tartan centre you can find out if your name is linked to a Scottish clan, or tartan. Search our database of 50,000 names and take a printed clan certificate home!
Craigmillar Castle Road, , Edinburgh EH16 4SY
Tel 44 (0)131 6614445
The castle of Craigmillar is one of the most perfectly preserved castles in Scotland. Even today, the castle retains the character of a medieval stronghold. Building began in the early 15th century, and over the next 250 years the castle became a comfortable residence surrounded by fine gardens and pastureland.
Cramond, , Edinburgh EH4
At low tide, visitors to the delightful harbour of Cramond can cross the causeway to Cramond Island, just a mile off shore, but beware, leave time to return or you might be stranded.
The Ranger's Office, , Edinburgh EH22 2NA
Tel 44 (0)131 6541666
This busy country park situated on the outskirts of historic Edinburgh boasts a huge woodland adventure playground and miles of sylvan walks.
Dalmeny Estate, West Lothian, , Edinburgh EH30 9TQ
Tel 44 (0)131 3311888
The house contains one of Scotland's finest 18th Century French furniture, porcelain and tapestries plus one of the world's most important Napoleonic collections.
Castle Hill, , Edinburgh EH1 2NG
Tel 44 (0)131 225 9846
Over one thousand years of history sit on top of the famous Edinburgh rock in the form of this spectacular castle. One of Scotland's most famous landmarks and a fantastic visit for all visiting Scotland's capital city.
134 Corstorphine Road, , Edinburgh EH12 6TS
Meet over 1,000 wonderful animals, in our beautiful parkland setting on the outskirts of Edinburgh. Enjoy a wide range of facilities, from Hilltop Safari rides, children's play areas and restaurants.
Scottish Wildlife Trust, , Edinburgh EH10
Tel 44 (0)131 3127765
Erraid Wood is a small woodland on the slopes of the Pentland Hills to the south of Edinburgh. From this vantage point there are panoramic views to the north-east across Edinburgh and the Forth and southwards to the Moorfoot Hills.
Dundee St, Edinburgh, , Edinburgh EH11 1AF
Fountain Park offers a wide variety of unique facilities including a 13-screen cinema, bowling, casino, restaurants, bars, electronic bingo and health club.
The National Trust for Scotland, 477b Lawmarket, , Edinburgh EH1 2NT
Tel 44 (0)131 226 5856
Gladstones Land is a typical example of a 17th-century tenement building of the overcrowded Old Town which grew up along the ridge between Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse the Royal Mile.
Midlothian, , Edinburgh EH30 9SL
Tel 44 (0)131 331 2451
Hopetoun House, Scotland's finest stately home, is an important part of European architectural heritage situated in South Queensferry, outside Edinburgh.
30 High Street, , Edinburgh EH1 1TB
Come and watch traditional fudge being made fresh daily. Jim Garrahy's fudge is like no other. Using copper bowls and marble slabs the fudge is hand made into thick slices in a wide variety of wonderful flavours.
2A Cramond Road South, Davidson's Mains, , Edinburgh EH4 5GD
Tel 44 (0)131 3362060
An stunning Edwardian home set in a tranquil ground and a glorious setting. Features a fine collection of decorative arts and well as ancient historic architecture.
Balerno, , Edinburgh EH14 7AF
Tel 44 (0)131 4492283
This 1.2-ha (3-a) walled garden has a delightful collection of old-fashioned roses and fine herbaceous borders, and also houses the National Bonsai Collection for Scotland. A particular feature of the garden is the four 400-year-old clipped yew trees.
28 Blair Street, , Edinburgh EH1 1QR
Tel 44 (0)131 2255445
Fascinating historic and ghostly tours - tales that bring the past alive and make your flesh creep! Visit the most extensive haunted vaults in Edinburgh. Optional pub visit available.
