Things to Do in Edinburgh

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  • 1. Edinburgh Castle

    Edinburgh Castle
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    Off Johnston Terrace, Lothian, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG, United Kingdom

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    The castle is Edinburgh's best known and most popular attraction and one of the most visited ancient ... more

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    Gorjess Gorjess in Edinburgh, Scotland said

    … Edinburgh, Scotland : Perhaps a visit with Nimrod could be in order...and some haggis hehehe; Edinburgh Castle; Palace… continue reading »

  • 2. Arthur's Seat

    Arthur's Seat
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    Salisbury Crags, Holyrood Park, City of Edinburgh, EH16 5BT, United Kingdom

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    ... and walk over its lava flows—there is no danger as its been extinct for 350 million years. The name may refer to 6th century Arthur of Strathclyde or be a derivative of the Gaelic ard-na-said, meaning height of arms.... more

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    立ち迷ってる　もみじ 立ち迷ってる　もみじ in Edinburgh said

    … and my own incredibly comfy spare bedroom.  I also caught up with Laura and climbed Arthur's Seat before losing my Camera… continue reading »

  • 3. Calton Hill

    Calton Hill
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    Regent Road, City of Edinburgh, EH1 3DG, United Kingdom

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    ... the ideal perch for viewing Edinburgh's loveliest sights, including the Castle, New Town, Holyrood and Arthur's Seat. At 100 feet, you'll be surprised at how extensive the view is from the crest. At the top of the hill is N... more

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    Anna D Anna D in Poltergeists and Harry Potter said

    … found a few really cool places in Edinburgh:- Calton Hill and its Cemetary: The Cemetary has sadly been ravaged… continue reading »

  • 4. National Portrait Gallery

    National Portrait Gallery
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    1 Queen St, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH2 1, UK

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    ... Scotland collection of works stretches from the Italian Renaissance, through French Impressionism (including a chap called Monet) to more modern Scottish works of the 18th and 19th Centuries. In fact, the entire lower galle... more

  • 5. Princes Street Gardens

    Princes Street Gardens
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    Princes Street, City of Edinburgh, EH2 2YJ, United Kingdom

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    Impeccably landscaped park and woodland surrounding ... more

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    delete delete in Edinburgh Castle said

    … below the castle you can see the Princes Street Gardens and Princes Street, George Street and Queen Street to name a few… continue reading »

  • 6. Scott Monument

    Scott Monument
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    Princes Street Gardens, Princes Street, City of Edinburgh, EH2 2EJ, United Kingdom

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    A 200-foot spire dedicated to Sir Walter Scott, ... more

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    Ezby Ezby in Final Destination said

    … Gorgeous city, really loved it - went to the castle, Scott monument, Princes Street, tour bus usual touristy things… continue reading »

  • 7. Holyrood Park

    Holyrood Park
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    Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5BT, United Kingdom

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    Holyrood Park, also known as the Queen's Park since it is still owned by the monarchy, ... more

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    Janna Bird Janna Bird in Arthur's Seat said

    … the summit to be very cold I pulled my heavy coat out of the wardrobe, put on my trainers and excitedly headed towards Holyrood park… continue reading »

  • 8. Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre

    Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre
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    354 Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NE, United Kingdom

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    NEW TOUR FOR 2009. Take a barrel ride as you actually become part of the whisky making process. ... more

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    DemonGroover DemonGroover in Hooray For Holyrood! said

    … Palace were all on the, to do, list. I also had a quick look at the Scotch Whisky Heritage centre where free tastings were all… continue reading »

  • 9. Museum of Childhood

    Museum of Childhood
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    42 High St, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH1 1, United Kingdom

    #9 of 331 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... on your face and kids will love it. Toys, games, books, memorabilia and countless other objects are crammed into the four fandabidozi floors. It has come a long way since its foundation in 1955 - there are displays charting... more

  • 10. Edinburgh Zoo

    Edinburgh Zoo
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    134 Corstorphine Rd, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH12 6, United Kingdom

    #10 of 331 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    This popular zoo is 80 acres and houses more than 1,600 animals, ... more

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    gulatibros gulatibros in The City that Inspired J. K. Rowling said

    … day we saw the Royal Britania and Edinburgh zoo.The Britania was the ship that Queen Elizabeth and the royal family once used… continue reading »

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