Edinburgh & The Lothians

Made up of Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital city, East Lothian, Midlothian and West Lothian, Edinburgh & The Lothians is a compact area with plenty of top attractions to visit, and hidden gems to discover.

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Search a wide range of accommodation, events, food & drink options and things to do from indoor and outdoor attractions to activities, tours and more.

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Places to stay

Find the right accommodation in Edinburgh & The Lothians to suit your budget.

One of the suites at the luxury 5-star Balmoral Hotel

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Accommodation ideas

From city centre apartments to exclusive use castles that are surrounded by lush countryside, there is a huge variety of accommodation options in Edinburgh & The Lothians.

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Help and advice

You can also get advice from our accredited iKnow partners, with excellent local expertise, travel advice and insider tips about must-see attractions and great accommodation in the local area.

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The Bridge Inn

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Places to Eat in Edinburgh & The Lothians

There are plenty of places to try Scottish food and drink in Edinburgh & The Lothians. Check out these foodie suggestions, from local producers to tasty restaurants.

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Ideas for things to do in Edinburgh & The Lothians

The diversity of natural and architectural landscape between city, countryside and coast across the region means there's an abundance of things to see and do. Have fun exploring them!