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St Giles' Cathedral

St Giles' Cathedral

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St Giles' Cathedral

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Location: Old Town, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom

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1. Edinburgh Old Town tour

3.31km

00:53

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Scott Monument – Edinburgh Castle loop from West End

7.75km

02:08

120m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Royal Mile – Scott Monument loop from Brunswick

8.86km

02:24

120m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Dan Hobson

October 1, 2019

In the heart of Scotland’s capital city, St Giles’ Cathedral is a breathtaking building. Founded in 1124, the church became the focal point of the Scottish Reformation of the 16th century. The current church building dates from the 14th century and its distinctive crown tower is one of Edinburgh’s most famous landmarks.

Andy

October 23, 2021

The former cathedral St Giles ’Cathedral, also known as the High Kirk of Edinburgh, is the main church of the Church of Scotland and one of the most important sights of the city of Edinburgh in Scotland. It is located on the main axis of the Old Town, known as the Royal Mile, around 500 meters east of Edinburgh Castle.

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December 29, 2020

Majestic Cathedral on the Royal Mile between Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. Great architecture that fits seamlessly into the fabric of the city. The square around the cathedral is also very nice, including the Heart of Midlothian.

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Elevation 90 m

May to September — Mon-Fri: 9am-7pm Saturday: 9am-5pm Sunday: 1pm-5pm October to April — Mon-Sat 9am-5pm Sun 1pm-5pm

Free Entry

Rooftop Tours: £6

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St Giles' Cathedral, High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1RE

stgilescathedral.org.uk/

0131 226 0674

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Location: Old Town, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom

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