Title: Visit Blackford: Best of Blackford, Edinburgh Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Blackford](https://expedia.ca/Blackford-Edinburgh-Hotels.0-n553248635975849281-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Edinburgh](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Edinburgh.d6069845.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Edinburgh](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Edinburgh.d6069845.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Blackford Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Blackford.d553248635975849281.Car-Rental-Guide)[Blackford Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Blackford.d553248635975849281.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Blackford ## Edinburgh ![The View From Blackford Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179561/65f7956a-8669-4907-a4f4-c7c273e0c76f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179561/65f7956a-8669-4907-a4f4-c7c273e0c76f.jpg) by [Loz Pycock](https://www.flickr.com/photos/99245765@N00) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![The View From Blackford Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179561/65f7956a-8669-4907-a4f4-c7c273e0c76f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179561/65f7956a-8669-4907-a4f4-c7c273e0c76f.jpg) by [Loz Pycock](https://www.flickr.com/photos/99245765@N00) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179561/b534a586-0b67-42ef-b026-846e14883b81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Agassiz Rock](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179561/a6f98a20-19d6-4b15-820d-433cbbb0ca23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Royal Observatory From Blackford Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179561/62e9b070-20eb-4ca7-b579-2610b6797e96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179561/62e9b070-20eb-4ca7-b579-2610b6797e96.jpg) by [Loz Pycock](https://www.flickr.com/photos/99245765@N00) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Blackford Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Edinburgh travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh.dx6069845) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Edinburgh Castle featuring a castle and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500994/2dc9ce59-cca4-4c4a-9596-068a3d7353c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Castle Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history. [](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Castle-Old-Town-Edinburgh.d500994.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Royal Mile featuring heritage architecture, a house and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129680/d9bc8d4a-e17a-41ba-b7bc-a4a59dc83e4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Royal Mile Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options. [](https://expedia.ca/Royal-Mile-Old-Town-Edinburgh.d6129680.Vacation-Attraction) ![Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129679/519ee91c-169e-4464-8e7f-889b559cf4ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Princes Street You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Princes Street, a favorite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Princes-Street-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6129679.Vacation-Attraction) ![Edinburgh Zoo which includes zoo animals and land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501017/1d149a96-d3ae-431d-8fa3-5dbd90e6f688.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Zoo See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction. [](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Zoo-Corstorphine.d501017.Vacation-Attraction) ![Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169296/5a5dd4f9-eb40-49f5-b10f-3da6d4590abd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grassmarket During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Grassmarket-Old-Town-Edinburgh.d6169296.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial view of Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn St, Edinburgh, VK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081293/9cb8ee1f-427d-4c3e-ab6b-6a49de3fff40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Murrayfield Stadium Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Murrayfield-Stadium-Gorgie.d6081293.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5098683/82b3fb5f-e8f8-4aa4-928a-d9216ab35950.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket CA $69 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket.a5098683.activity-details) ![The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840791/6c427b6e-1ce6-4058-86a1-d5fa791730b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour CA $34 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-world-famous-underground-ghost-tour.a840791.activity-details) ![Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46343335/8fc17824-29ab-4220-940e-b200999cbe88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands CA $84 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-loch-ness.a46343335.activity-details) ![Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44797771/1af1d6a7-aef4-4f2b-9960-5c7def3691f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI) CA $67 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/turkish-airlines-lounge-by-plaza-premium-group-at-edinburgh-airport-edi.a44797771.activity-details) ![Rosslyn Chapel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840884/18f14071-f545-4978-ad97-7b2af5ed8a5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery CA $90 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-rosslyn-chapel.a840884.activity-details) ![Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45721650/a080ddab-a2f0-49d6-9144-6a1ef16ff99a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit CA $108 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/harry-potter-tour-edinburgh-castle-visit.a45721650.activity-details) [See all activities in Edinburgh](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Edinburgh.d6069845.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Blackford Hotel Deals ![Apex Grassmarket Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62800/62750/8444fe8a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apex Grassmarket Hotel 31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland CA $141 CA $169 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,461 reviews) Clean and comfy room, great amenities and super friendly staff. Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=62750&PinnedHotelID=62750&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975849281) ![Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16290000/16282000/16281979/3b1a5bda_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile 231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland CA $137 CA $164 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,398 reviews) The staff is friendly & the location was great! It was so central and you can’t literally walk everywhere but if you are tired taking an uber/taxi is pretty cheap. The only thing I would recommend is that they update a few amenities like adding shampoo/ conditioner. Other than that I loved my stay ... Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=16281979&PinnedHotelID=16281979&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975849281) ![Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/874000/873944/e5a4f71f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh 111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland CA $91 CA $109 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (664 reviews) Awful experience and customer service Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=873944&PinnedHotelID=873944&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975849281) ![Moxy Edinburgh Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31718900/31718853/7b476860_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Moxy Edinburgh Airport 1 Fairview Road Newbridge Scotland CA $103 CA $123 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,261 reviews) Staff clean and comfy. Staff friendly and helpful as always. Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=31718853&PinnedHotelID=31718853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975849281) ![Apex Waterloo Place Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2278100/2278092/e0089ee9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apex Waterloo Place Hotel 23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland CA $142 CA $171 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,010 reviews) Really nice hotel with very good food and friendly staff. Overall a very nice experience. A great base for a trip to Edinburgh with hop on hop off bus tours leaving from just across the road. Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=2278092&PinnedHotelID=2278092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975849281) ![Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37170000/37166300/37166264/cd41f9ec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket 152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland CA $87 CA $105 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ... 8.8/10 Excellent! 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[](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Grange.dx553248635118490373) ![Newington](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129641/70fb7d8a-8a42-46d3-92ac-83f0afae5161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Newington 4.5/5(38 area reviews) Historic sites, museums, and cafes are just a few things travelers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Pickering's Gin Distillery while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Newington.dx6129641) ![Edinburgh, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6192461/95fcfd2e-a11c-42a9-ad0a-177971791c76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Marchmont Marchmont is noteworthy for its bars, and you can plan an outing to Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile while you're in town. [](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Marchmont.dx6192461) ![The View From Blackford Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179561/65f7956a-8669-4907-a4f4-c7c273e0c76f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Morningside 5/5(1 area review) Morningside is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and The Braid Hills while you're in town. [](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Morningside.dx179561) ![Barclay Church from Warrender Park Terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173461/8d9f9503-61b2-4c03-a54e-f023343438ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bruntsfield 5/5(12 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Bruntsfield.dx6173461) ![Outside my livingroom window 😎](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1100/adf0a3aa-836d-4077-9ebc-4e2a55c8b5aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Southside If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Surgeon's Hall are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Southside.dx795051611998908416) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Blackford ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app