Attractions Near Ballantrae Hotel
There are so many places to see in Edinburgh and most of them are right on the doorstep of Ballantrae Hotel. Here are just a few we recommend visiting:
The Edinburgh Playhouse 0.3 miles
Some of the country's best shows run at The Edinburgh Playhouse – and there is no more convenient hotel accommodation in Edinburgh than The Ballantrae if you're planning to take in a show.
We're also ideal Edinburgh Fringe accommodation. The Fringe Festival takes place every August and stretches across the city centre – so we're right in the middle of all the entertainment you could desire whether it's festival season or not!
Edinburgh Castle - 0.8 miles
It is one of the most popular Edinburgh tourist attractions and there is always a queue to get in. Fortunately you can book your Edinburgh Castle tickets online and skip the wait!
Why is it such a famous landmark? It is an ancient castle built on top of volcanic rock and a fortress site that dates back to 600 AD. It is also the site of countless sieges - which means some very dark and dramatic tales!
If you visit the Edinburgh Castle in August, you can also watch the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Book your Edinburgh Tattoo packages or tickets early as the nightly shows always sell out.
Website: www.edinburghcastle.gov.uk
The Real Mary King's Close - 0.6 miles
Ghost tours Edinburgh does very well, but none surpass the eery feeling you get from a visit to Mary King's Close.
Today's Royal Mile has a dark secret beneath it - an Edinburgh underground city that became the grave of hundreds of Plague victims in the 17th century. Visit (at your own risk) for Edinburgh's real ghost stories.
Website: www.realmarykingsclose.com
The National Museum of Scotland - 0.7 miles
There is no better place to learn about Scotland's history than this national museum Edinburgh opens to the public. From the earliest cultures to the present day, its galleries cover every topic you’d love to know more about.
Stop in to discover the fascinating history of war, rural life, dress and technology in Scotland.