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Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is famous worldwide as an icon of Scotland. Once the home of kings and queens it is now the country´s premier visitor attraction. It boasts a magnificent Great Hall, with an ornate ceiling and fine collection of weapons, plus sumptuous royal apartments. Within its walls are Scotland´s crown jewels and the Stone of Destiny. There is also the highly-rated Prisons of War experience as well as the chance to see Mons Meg, the 15th century siege cannon, and to witness the firing of the One o´Clock Gun. The castle makes a fabulous day out for adults and children.
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Address
Castlehill,
Edinburgh,
City of Edinburgh
EH1 2NG
Information on Edinburgh Castle, Castlehill, Edinburgh
| Opening Times: | 1 Apr to 30 Sep, Daily, 09:30-18:00, 1 Oct to 31 Mar, Daily, 09:30-17:00. For details of Christmas and New Year opening times check the website. |
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| Admission: | Please telephone or check the website for up to date ticket prices. Tickets can be bought on-line. |
| Child Friendly: | Children of all ages welcome |
| Dog Friendly: | No |
| Location: | In Edinburgh at the top of the Royal Mile, 15 minutes walk from Waverley Station and Princes Street. |
| Facilities: |
Disabled Toilets, Reasonable Wheelchair Access, Shop, Guided Tours, Restaurant, Café, Parking Availability |
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