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Edinburgh Castle

Castlehill, Edinburgh, Scotland EH1 2NG
Description: Edinburgh Castle is one of the city’s most impressive site, a sprawling fortress dominating the Edinburgh skyline. While the site has been occupied by humans since the 9th century BC, the current castle has stood in this...Read More
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Edinburgh Castle

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Drever from Ayr, Scotland, United Kingdom
  • January 22, 2012
Edinburgh Castle
Quote: Edinburgh Castle the crowning glory of the Scottish capital stands on a plug of volcanic rock and makes a dramatic view from Princess Street. To enter the Castle cross the esplanade built in the 18th century as a parade ground. Here in August the... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Castles, Museums and Vaults

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The Number 1 Attraction in Edinburgh

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Cindy Grant from Petersburg, Virginia
  • June 24, 2011
The Number 1 Attraction in Edinburgh
Quote: No visit to Edinburgh would be complete without a tour of Edinburgh Castle. You could easily spend hours there! Walk up the Esplanade, and the Castle is right in front of you. From the side you get amazing views of the city and the Firth. So... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal The Scotland Ghostour

walk the mile

  • 5 out of 5 stars by mardi2gras from derry, New Hampshire
  • May 6, 2011
Quote: start at Holyrod castle, walk 1 mile up to edinburgh castle. stop along the way for food and sites.
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Overlooking the City of Edinburgh

  • 4 out of 5 stars by AnythngArt from Rockford, Illinois
  • March 3, 2010
Quote: Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful European cities, and its most stunning feature is Edinburgh Castle, which sits high atop a hill overlooking the Old Town. Much of the history of the city (as well as the country) encircles this Medieval castle,... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review
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Edinburgh Castle

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Red Mezz from Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom
  • January 25, 2008
Edinburgh Castle
Quote: Edinburgh Castle is the first to list on our castle trail for more than one reason. As a resident of the city of Edinburgh - I don't think I'm overly biased in choosing it as one of the most spectacular castles in Scotland. One of the most... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal A Local's Essential Scottish Castle Tour...

Edinburgh Castle

  • 4 out of 5 stars by paolo1899 from Naples, Italy
  • May 1, 2007
Edinburgh Castle
Quote: Edinburgh castle dominates the city of Edinburgh like no other castle in Scotland, and Edinburgh castle has no equal in the whole of the British isles.Over one thousand years of history sit on top the famous Edinburgh rock, and when you see... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Day at the Edinburgh castle

Edinburgh Castle

  • 2 out of 5 stars by TaylorMM from Boise, Idaho
  • December 27, 2006
Edinburgh Castle
Quote: This is a breathtaking, dangling-off-the-precipice castle. A good walk around the castle (probably in the rain, for the full Scottish experience) is a must. However, I do not think your experience is much improved by actually paying and going inside... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Fringe Festival in Edinburgh!

Edinburgh Castle

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Estalena from Tampa, Florida
  • November 26, 2006
Quote: It was very interesting. Nearly all of the walking area is similar to cobblestone streets. You have to be careful of your walking or it would be easy to twist an ankle. Unfortunately I would not recommend it for handicapped/in wheel chairs/using... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Our Scotland Tour

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle
Quote: I could have literally spent days exploring the Edinburgh Castle. It is so incredibly beautiful and the exhibits are very attractively put together. It is a must-visit if you are ever in Edinburgh. The Scottish crown and scepter are on display and,... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal London Fog

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Edinburgh Castle

  • 5 out of 5 stars by barbara from Atlanta, Georgia
  • April 8, 2006
Edinburgh Castle
Quote: Edinburgh Castle is perched atop volcanic rock that was formed millions of years ago. This beautiful piece of architecture is in the perfect defensive position, and it has an interesting history of siege. It was the attraction we wanted to see in... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Excellent Edinburgh