Grassmarket Tours

Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.
Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.
February 2015 A view along Grassmarket in Edinburgh, taken while spending a weekend in this great city. There are many areas of Edinburgh to explore and having spent a couple of hours on a walking tour here, I would thoroughly recommend this as a way of getting to know those places off the usual tourist track.
Grassmarket
The view can't get much better.

Popular places to visit

Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre which includes drinks or beverages

Scotch Whisky Experience

Enjoy a barrel ride, talks and tasting sessions in this lively museum devoted to Scotland's famous amber nectar.

Scotch Whisky Experience
Victoria St

Victoria Street

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh when you spend time at Victoria Street.

Victoria Street
Illusion museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

You can study the exhibits at Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
Edinburgh Castle showing chateau or palace and heritage elements

Edinburgh Castle

Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.

Edinburgh Castle
Princes Street Gardens which includes a statue or sculpture and a fountain

Princes Street Gardens

Spend time in this attractive green space that separates Edinburgh’s Old Town from its 18th-century New Town.

Princes Street Gardens
Moody morning photo in Edinburgh Scotland. Taken just outside the the castle esplanade. Mornings are when you have the best chance at fog

Castlehill

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a trip to Castlehill.

Castlehill

Best Lodging Options Near Grassmarket

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

4 out of 5
61 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square Edinburgh Scotland
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

4 out of 5
26 King's Stables Road Edinburgh Scotland
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

4 out of 5
80 High Street The Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG

5 out of 5
38 Charlotte Square Edinburgh Scotland
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 Festival Square Edinburgh Scotland
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh
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