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Edinburgh Castle

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Edinburgh Castle

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    1. Edinburgh Old Town tour

    3.31km

    00:53

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

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

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

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    April 30, 2023

    Impressive castle looming on the hill over the city. Depending on the season the place before the castle can be either set-up for the big taptoe or filled with the queue to enter it - both blocking the direct sight. The view over the city from here is also worth the way up.

      June 28, 2023

      Edinburgh Castle on Castle Rock crowns the image of the Scottish capital.
      It is advisable to reserve tickets in advance!

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        April 25, 2023

        An absolute must! However, you should consider that you can easily spend half a day in the fortress!

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

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