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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  UK  /  Scotland  /  Edinburgh  /  Edinburgh Old Town

Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh

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#1 of 157 in Neighborhoods in United Kingdom
World heritage site · Neighborhood · Historic Walking Area
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Take a historical stroll through Edinburgh Old Town, the oldest part of Scotland’s capital. This neighborhood, a protected World Heritage Site, is noted for its remarkably well-preserved medieval streets and many Reformation-era buildings. Wander through this vast network of narrow alleys and old cobbled streets to see and photograph Edinburgh Castle and the grand Holyroodhouse Palace. Stop by Saint Giles’ Cathedral, featuring a world-famous vaulted ceiling and ornate tombs, or visit the National Museum of Scotland to see its priceless collection of artifacts. Several guided tours are available in this area, including the Vaults Tour, which takes you beneath the town’s surface and into the secret subterranean chambers that once housed the city’s poor. Put Edinburgh Old Town at the forefront of your travel plans using our Edinburgh online day trip planner.
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http://www.edinburgh.org/about/about-edinburgh/areas/old-new-town
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Recommended duration
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2h 30 min
Hours
Sunday12am - 11:59pm
Monday12am - 11:59pm
Tuesday12am - 11:59pm
Wednesday12am - 11:59pm
Thursday12am - 11:59pm
Friday12am - 11:59pm
Saturday12am - 11:59pm
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  • By Colo_Traveler05
    Edinburgh is more that just the castle. The Old Town is very walkable and has interesting things around every corner. Princes Street, George's Street, and those nearby are worth a look. Explore and... 
    Edinburgh is more that just the castle. The Old Town is very walkable and has interesting things around every corner. Princes Street, George's Street, and those nearby are worth a look. Explore and...  more »
  • By kylie b
    absolutely need to see if you are in edinburg. to see the history and old buildings is a must. the vibe is great and fun. lots of pubs to got into. 
    absolutely need to see if you are in edinburg. to see the history and old buildings is a must. the vibe is great and fun. lots of pubs to got into.  more »
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