4.6
Castles & palaces
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh Castle rises dramatically atop Castle Rock, a volcanic outcrop formed over 340 million years ago. The Stone of Destiny, once used in the coronation ceremonies, is held within and echoes the site’s centuries-old significance.
Good to know
- Tickets
- Book ahead
- Crowds
- Very busy, go early
- Best months
- Jun–Aug
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