13 sights
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Nature
Arthur's Seat
An old volcano in Holyrood Park, with the whole city below the summit.Entry: Free to visitSearch tours on TiqetsViewpoint
Calton Hill
Monuments and a famous view over the city, best at sunset.Entry: Free to visitSearch tours on TiqetsNeighborhood
Dean Village
An old mill village on the Water of Leith, minutes from the center.Entry: Free to visitMuseumBook ahead
Edinburgh Castle
The fortress on Castle Rock, home of the Honours of Scotland.Entry: Online price; walk-up tickets cost moreSearch tickets and tours on TiqetsFood
Grassmarket
An old market square below the castle, lined with pubs and restaurants.Entry: Pay as you goChurch
Greyfriars Kirkyard
A historic Old Town graveyard, beside the statue of Greyfriars Bobby, the loyal terrier.Entry: Free to visitSearch tours on TiqetsMuseum
National Museum of Scotland
Scottish history, science and design, with a rooftop terrace view.Entry: FreeSearch tours on TiqetsMuseum
Palace of Holyroodhouse
The King's official residence in Scotland, at the foot of the Royal Mile.Entry: 2026 admission. Advance tickets cost less than tickets bought on the day.Search tickets and tours on TiqetsFood
Rose Street
A pedestrian New Town lane between Princes Street and George Street, packed with pubs and restaurants.Entry: Pay as you goNeighborhood
Royal Mile
The Old Town's main street, from the castle down to Holyrood, past St Giles' Cathedral.Entry: Free to visitNeighborhood
Stockbridge
A village-like neighborhood on the Water of Leith, with cafes, delis and a Sunday market.Entry: Free to visitFood
The Shore, Leith
The old port's waterfront along the Water of Leith, lined with restaurants and pubs.Entry: Pay as you goNeighborhood