Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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From Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood: the Royal Mile on foot, half a day
A downhill walk from Edinburgh Castle past St Giles' Cathedral and John Knox House to the Scottish Parliament and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. It suits first-time visitors who want the Old Town's story in order, with half a day to spare.
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The area around Greyfriars: Old College, the museum and the Meadows
A walk through Edinburgh's Southside, from Old College and the National Museum of Scotland to Greyfriars Kirk, Bobby's statue and the Meadows. It suits first-time visitors who want a quieter side of the city.
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The New Town and Calton Hill: from Princes Street to the monuments, half a day
A walk of monuments and viewpoints from Princes Street to Calton Hill, taking in the Scott Monument, the Portrait gallery and St Mary's Cathedral. It suits first-time visitors with half a day to spare.
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West Princes Street Gardens and the spires beyond
From the gardens under the Castle rock past the Ross Fountain and a Georgian steeple to Usher Hall and the three spires of St Mary’s. It suits a first visit to the quieter West End.
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