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Edinburgh Castle
Castle
An 11th-century castle and barracks housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum of Scotland.
4.60 (90.4K reviews)
2
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Castle
The 16th-century palace of the Stuarts, with tours of royal reception rooms, antiques & relics.
4.60 (17.1K reviews)
3
The Real Mary King's Close
Historical landmark
Walking tours through the maze of hidden streets below the city, with tales by costumed guides.
4.50 (10.4K reviews)
4
Greyfriars Bobby's Bar
Pub
With the statue of loyal hound Bobby outside, the historic local serves cask ales and pub fare.
$$ $$
4.40 (4.3K reviews)
5
Arthur's Seat
Historical landmark
👍👍 This wasn't a planned walk we was doing but we ended up walking up there. Absolutely beautiful views from the summit, quite rocky when you get to the top. I thought it was easier than it looks, some good paths up there and some steps too with chains for support going up these. There was me thinki...
4.90 (3.3K reviews)
6
Mercat Tours
Tour operator
In the arches of South Bridge, these historical subterranean chambers feature tours & event venues.
4.60 (1.6K reviews)
8
Greyfriars Bobby's grave
Historical landmark
Life-size statue of a 19th-century Skye terrier said to have sat by his owner's grave for 14 years.
4.70 (1.2K reviews)
9
Tron Kirk Market
Market
👍 Very nice market in the city centre. Have to say that the variety of different arts and crafts are nice.
My issue is that the items are extremely expensive. Great for tourists, not so much for locals.
Definitely still worth a visit though.
4.20 (1K reviews)
10
The Georgian House
Museum
18th-century home, designed by Robert Adam, with Scottish artworks, period furniture and a shop.
4.60 (939 reviews)
11
Newhaven Harbour
Marina
👍 Lovely little Harbour
Several places to eat
The pier is nice to walk to, the view from the light house is a good spot to take photos (there are lots of love & friendship locks being left around the fencing too)
I don't think I would go back here but not because I didn't enjoy our time there, more th...
4.50 (815 reviews)
12
Gladstone's Land
Tourist attraction
Family attraction showing how a wealthy merchant would have lived in a house first bought in 1617.
4.50 (792 reviews)
13
St. Bernard's Well
Historical landmark
👍 Attractive architectural feature that adds some interest to the Water of Leith walkway. Has the potential to be beautiful, but seemed sadly neglected. Still a peaceful spot away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
4.50 (715 reviews)
15
St Anthony's Chapel Ruins
Historical landmark
👍 We had the good fortune to visit on a beautiful evening, so the walk up to the ruins was sheer joy as it was punctuated by the beautiful scenery of Holyrood Park and views back to the city. There were a number of people on the path, since it shares the ascent to Arthur’s Seat, which we had planned t...
4.60 (568 reviews)
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Newhaven Lighthouse
Historical landmark
👍👍 One of the most picturesque Lighthouses in Edinburgh. A great place for a walk by the seaside. Lochfyne, Fish Market, Porto & Fi and Rishi's are recommended restaurants to try and are next to this harbour. Sunset with red sky is breathtaking to watch! Best time to spend is to come in the afternoon,...
4.60 (511 reviews)
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Holyrood Abbey
Abbey
Abbey in a spectacular setting, with free tours by wardens clad in ancient hunting Stewart tartan.
4.60 (356 reviews)
18
Hermitage of Braid
Historical landmark
Former-estate-turned-park, with a 1700s hermitage house, gardens & dovecote, plus a visitor centre.
4.80 (355 reviews)
19
The Dean Bridge
Bridge
👍👍 Very picturesque and start of the Water of Leith Walkway. Would recommend for a nice stroll
4.60 (332 reviews)
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Floral Clock
Historical landmark
Large-scale, decorative timepiece in West Princes Street Gardens created from flowers since 1903.
4.40 (326 reviews)