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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 Milja from Waterloo, Ontario
  • March 6, 2006
Quote: Wow, such an impressive landmark. Edinburgh Castle is well worth the price of admission. The history in this castle is fantastic—it could take the better part of an entire day to see everything the castle has to offer. Wear comfortable shoes! The... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Weekend in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Castle

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Kate06 from Union, New Jersey
  • January 1, 2006
Edinburgh Castle
Quote: We only purchased admission tickets to Edinburgh Castle; however, a self-guided audio tour is available. The castle is comprised of several independent buildings. The War Museum contains exhibits depicting the numerous wars fought by and in... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal December in Scotland

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Edinburgh Castle

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Tavia from New York, New York
  • December 26, 2005
Edinburgh Castle
Quote: It is times like these that IgoUgo works against us - so much has already been written about this fantastic castle by IgoUgoers, I can't imagine what I could possibly add. But I will try, since every visit it unique, right?My first suggestion is do... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Searching for Braveheart

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Edinburgh Castle

  • 4 out of 5 stars by elusivone from Carrollton, Texas
  • November 29, 2005
Edinburgh Castle
Quote: Not having much time to explore, I decided to hit the main attraction: Edinburgh Castle, at the top of the Royal Mile.After a good hike up to the top of the hill, I paid the 9 GBP adult rate and invested in the 3 GBP audio tour, which I recommend.... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Fall Day in Edinburgh

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Edinburgh Castle

  • 4 out of 5 stars by MikeInTown from Leesburg, Virginia
  • November 28, 2005
Edinburgh Castle
Quote: We bought admission tickets and the self-guided audio tour for Edinburgh Castle which sits on top of a rocky extinct volcano in the middle of the city. There are several buildings within the castle walls. Our first stop was the National War Museum... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Sightseeing Weekend in Scotland

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle
Quote: Edinburgh Castle is probably the biggest tourist attraction in town (though the Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre is probably right up there). And it’s an impressive fortress. It’s at the top of a steep hill at the end of the Royal Mile, and the views... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Two Days in Edinburgh

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Edinburgh Castle

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Red Mezz from Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom
  • June 18, 2005
Edinburgh Castle
Quote: All that needs to be said about Edinburgh Castle it says for itself as soon as you see it cresting the hill coming into the city. It sits protectively over all of Edinburgh, and you are never more than a glance a way from all the history this city... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Across the Pond, to the wonders of Edinburgh...

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Edinburgh Castle - Part II

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Taylor Shelby from Charleston, South Carolina
  • March 21, 2005
Edinburgh Castle - Part II
Quote: The Upper Ward houses the actual castle, among other things. After leaving the military history area, you can access the upper ward by way of Froog’s Gate (I haven’t the slightest idea where the name came from). One of the first buildings that you... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Enchanting Edinburgh

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Edinburgh Castle - Part I

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Taylor Shelby from Charleston, South Carolina
  • March 21, 2005
Edinburgh Castle - Part I
Quote: Castle Rock is the reason Edinburgh exists at all. The worn-down stump of an ancient volcano, it looms over the city, daring invaders to take a crack at getting through its mighty defenses. Like a stony sentinel, it has guarded the city for... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Enchanting Edinburgh

Edinburgh Castle

  • 4 out of 5 stars by flowerchild60 from Saint John, New Brunswick
  • August 11, 2004
Quote: Standing upon the basalt core of an extinct volcano, Edinburgh Castle is an assemblage of buildings dating from the 12th to the 20th centuries, reflecting its changing role as fortress, royal palace, military garrison and state prison. Though... Read the full Edinburgh Castle review

From journal Handsome Edinburgh