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Best Landmarks near Edinburgh Castle
Discover the best landmarks near Edinburgh Castle. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
The 10 best landmarks near Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle
Scotland's iconic fortress crowning a volcanic plug, home to Crown Jewels and centuries of history.
Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG
Scottish National War Memorial
Scotland's solemn shrine honoring fallen service members from World War I to present day
Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh EH1 2YT
Royal Palace
Explore Scotland’s royal heritage at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, a living palace rich with history, stunning gardens, and royal grandeur.
Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG
The India Cross
A Victorian-era Celtic cross honouring Scottish soldiers from the 1857 Indian Rebellion, set on Edinburgh Castle's historic esplanade.
12 Ramsay Garden, Edinburgh EH1 2NA
The Witches Well
A hidden cast iron memorial beneath Edinburgh Castle honoring the thousands persecuted in Scotland’s historic witch trials.
Edinburgh EH1 2ND
Robert Louis Stevenson Memorial
A modest stone tribute nestled in Edinburgh’s Princes Street Gardens celebrating the enduring legacy of Robert Louis Stevenson.
Edinburgh EH2 3AA
Flodden Wall
Explore Edinburgh’s historic Flodden Wall, a 16th-century fortress that shaped the city’s medieval heart and stands as a testament to resilience and history.
1 Vennel, Edinburgh EH1 2HU
The Parish Church of St Cuthbert
Edinburgh’s oldest Christian worship site, the Parish Church of St Cuthbert blends ancient heritage with stunning architecture and vibrant community life.
5 Lothian Rd, Edinburgh EH1 2EP
The Mound & Mound Place
Historic artificial slope linking Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns, home to iconic galleries, grand architecture, and vibrant cultural life.
Edinburgh EH1 1YZ
Floral Clock
Discover Edinburgh’s iconic Floral Clock, the world’s oldest living timepiece, blooming with vibrant seasonal designs in historic Princes Street Gardens.
Princes St, Edinburgh EH2 4BA
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