Mountain
Arthur's Seat
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
An ancient volcano in Holyrood Park with a short climb and a full city panorama.
Castle · United Kingdom · Scotland
Edinburgh Castle
A fortress on an extinct volcano above the city, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 2.5 h
For storytellers
Why Edinburgh Castle matters
Edinburgh Castle crowns Castle Rock and can be seen from nearly everywhere in the city. Inside, you will find the Scottish Crown Jewels, the Stone of Destiny and a one o'clock gun fired most days. The ramparts give wide views over the New Town and the Firth of Forth.
Talking points
- The castle sits on an ancient volcanic rock.
- The Honours of Scotland are the country's crown, sceptre and sword.
- A time gun fires at one o'clock most days.
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Good to know: Book timed tickets ahead in summer.
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Viewpoint
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Festival or event
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A huge August arts festival that turns the city into a stage.
Neighbourhood
Grassmarket and Victoria Street
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A lively old square and a curved, colourful street of independent shops below the castle.
Museum
National Museum of Scotland
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
A large free museum covering Scottish history, science, natural history and world cultures.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.