Attractions in Edinburgh

There is lots to see and do around Edinburgh, with many of the top attractions just a short walk away from our tram route! Take a look at some of our recommendations below and start planning your visit!

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Camera Obscura Light Tunnel

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions

Britain’s most fun experience! Located at the top of the Royal Mile, only a 7-minute walk from Princes Street tram stop. 5 floors and over 100 hands-on exhibits as well as panoramic rooftop views. Fun for all ages. Open every day, early till late!

You can get 10% off at the gift shop when you purchase your tram tickets in advance at edinburghticket.com

Closest tram stop: Princes Street

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Tram passing Edinburgh Castle on Princes Street

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh’s iconic castle. See the nation’s Crown Jewels, hear the One O’Clock Gun, admire the Great Hall and enjoy views across the city. Edinburgh Castle is around a 10-minute walk from the Princes Street tram stop via The Mound.

Closest tram stop: Princes Street

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Edinburgh Dungeon entrance

Edinburgh Dungeon

Prepare for the fright of your life as you delve deep into Edinburgh’s past. From the courtroom to the Grassmarket Gallows, discover some of city’s secrets in this spine-tingling adventure.

You can get 20% off admission when you purchase your tram tickets in advance at edinburghticket.com

Closest tram stop: St Andrew Square

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Johnnie Walker Building

Johnnie Walker Princes Street

Located just four minutes’ walk from the West End tram stop in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre, start your whisky adventure at Johnnie Walker Princes Street. Set over eight floors, join us on our signature Journey of Flavour tour where you’ll enjoy 3 cocktails tailored to your individual flavour preferences.

You can get 10% off the Journey of Flavour tour when you purchase your tram tickets in advance at edinburghticket.com

Closest tram stop: West End

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Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop

Murrayfield Stadium

Scottish Gas Murrayfield is Scotland’s largest stadium and is home of Scottish Rugby. The stadium is also a major corporate events and hospitality venue.

Closest tram stop: Murrayfield Stadium

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Port of Leith distillery

Port of Leith Distillery

A recent addition to Edinburgh’s coastline, the Port of Leith Distillery offers a one-of-a-kind tour of the world’s tallest distillery. Discover new whiskies and learn how to bottle your own spirit in this interactive tour.

Closest tram stop: Ocean Terminal

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Royal Yacht Britannia

Royal Yacht Britannia

Step aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia!
Explore each of the five decks of The Royal Yacht Britannia and discover what life was like during Royal service on board Queen Elizabeth II's former floating palace. A great day out for all the family.

Closest tram stop: Ocean Terminal

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St James Quarter

St James Quarter

St James Quarter is a new retail led, lifestyle district that fully integrates into and enhances Edinburgh’s City Centre providing an inspiring, attractive, and vibrant destination for locals and visitors to live, shop, eat, sleep and play.

Closest tram stop: Picardy Place

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Real Mary Kings Close building

The Real Mary King’s Close

Take a thrilling trip below the lively Royal Mile and discover some of Edinburgh’s past secrets. With its narrow passageways, wander around the streets and unearth the stories of Edinburgh’s history.

Closest tram stop: Princes Street

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Individual looking at vintage fire engine inside the Scottish Museum of Fire Heritage

Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage

Located just off Leith Walk, the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage is a 5-Star museum that tells the story of Scottish firefighting from its inception to present day. Their collection of fire appliances, uniforms, and operational equipment will take you on a journey exploring the early days of firefighting across Scotland through to the modern-day single service as we know it today.  

Closest tram stop: McDonald Road