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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #21 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh

This is an official residence of the Queen and the Royal Family.

Attraction type: Historic home; Historic site; Castle
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #22 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh

This is the main church of The Church of Scotland.

Attraction type: Religious site; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #23 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh

Small quiet bar with a large selection of whiskey.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #24 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh

Holyrood Park, also known as the Queen's Park since it is still owned by the monarchy, contains some interesting attractions such as the remains of an ancient volcano, a bird sanctuary, the dramatic Salisbury Crags and three lochs or lakes.

Attraction type: Park; Urban park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #25 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh

  To experience Mary King's Close is to step back in time.  A Close means Ally way. The homes and apartments dating back to the plague, were used to support a government building that was built on top

Attraction type: Neighborhood; Historic site; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #26 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh

Impeccably landscaped park and woodland surrounding Edinburgh Castle.

Attraction type: Garden; Park
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #27 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh

Located in the heart of the city at the intersection of Princes Street and The Mound housing the national collection of fine art.  Entry is free although there are sometimes exhibitions that a charge...

Attraction type: Art museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #28 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh
Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #29 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh

A traditionally styled 3 tier theatre with over 3000 seats, offering a broad range of shows ranging from visiting West End performances, dance,  musicals, comedians to events staged by local theatre...

Attraction type: Theater
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #30 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh
Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #31 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh
Attraction type: Castle
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #32 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh

A local pub full of smoky ambiance.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #33 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh
Attraction type: Specialty museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #34 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh
Attraction type: Jazz bar
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #35 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh
Attraction type: Monument
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #36 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh
Attraction type: Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #37 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh

This museum is devoted to the memory of three famous Scottish writers: Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson.

Attraction type: Specialty museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #38 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh
Attraction type: Art gallery; Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #39 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh

Our superb selection of tours are specially created to showcase our wonderful country. They are designed to make the most of your time and to give you an authentic experience of Scotland

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #40 of 250 attractions in Edinburgh
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