Pretty small cathedral :) Nice to walk around and have a bit of calm from the busyness of Edinburgh. £2 photography pass is a great idea, raises money for them instead of charging an entrance fee, although it does cost money to go into the Thistle Chapel which I don't remember being mentioned anywhere. It is rather dark in there... more

What a beautiful cathedral! Being an American it is hard for me to fathom how old it is. The original four pillars from the 14th century are still there even after a fire. It was interesting to me that there were war memorials inside. I was surprised to learn that St. Giles was not Scottish, but rather a saint that... more

Beautiful cathedral with magnificent arches and pipe organ. Have a guide provide details of the Thistle Chapel - fascinating! Well worth a stop. A true gem amongst t-shirt and refrigerator magnet vendors. more

In September of 2002 we visited St. Giles. We were welcomed, as is customary, into the cathedral without any visitors fees. We walked through and enjoyed the different artistic displays and memorials; but enjoyed seeing the gothic ceilings, unique pulpit and seating layout, and the FABULOUS organ. We understand that there are lunchtime concerts every day except Sunday which one... more

Having not only visited St. Giles on 2 occasions, I also had the HUGE thrill of being married in it! St. Giles is the "Mother Church" for the Presbyterian Church, AKA Church of Scotland. John Knox read his sermons from its pulpit, and a statue in his honor graces the nave. Much history is present and accesible, with a helpful... more

ロイヤルマイルの中心に建つ教会。エジンバラ城とホリルード宮殿のほぼ中央に位置しているので立ち寄りやすいと思う。滞在中，何... more