Welcome to Edinburgh
Each year, it welcomes thousands of visitors to the world’s biggest arts festivals, including the famous Edinburgh international festival and the fringe. Even when it’s not festival time, you'll find plenty to do.
Each year, it welcomes thousands of visitors to the world’s biggest arts festivals, including the famous Edinburgh international festival and the fringe. Even when it’s not festival time, you'll find plenty to do.
Edinburgh is filled with fascinating monuments to Scotland’s glorious past. Once known as ‘The Athens of the North’, the city has an incredible array of world-class museums, grand architecture and exciting art galleries to explore. The Balmoral has been a city landmark since 1902 and has unrivalled views across the iconic skyline, filled with splendid facades and styles.
The dedicated concierge team at The Balmoral are perfectly placed to bring the city alive for guests. With experiences waiting to be had, find out more from our concierges themselves in their dedicated guides that hold the keys to our city.
The Balmoral, 1 Princes Street, where Old Town meets New, a legendary hotel and landmark clock tower: a symbol of its city
The Balmoral, 1 Princes Street, where Old Town meets New, a legendary hotel and landmark clock tower: a symbol of its city
The Balmoral, 1 Princes Street, where Old Town meets New, a legendary hotel and landmark clock tower: a symbol of its city