Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Calton Hill

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Calton Hill

Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle
4.6 (64082 ratings)4.5 (44933 ratings)
An 11th-century castle and barracks housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum of Scotland.
Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG, United Kingdom
CastleSights & LandmarksHistorical landmark
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
4.6 (8857 ratings)4.5 (12230 ratings)
Long-standing tower with five floors showcasing hands-on exhibits of whimsical optical illusions.
Castlehill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 2ND, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksScience MuseumsObservation Decks & Towers
Mentioned by Out About Scotland
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"Address: Castlehill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 2NDWebsite: Camera Obscura Edinburgh. The Camera Obscura is one of the oldest purpose-built attractions in the United Kingdom and tens of thousands of visitors pour through its doors each year. Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is located in a prime location on The Royal Mile, not far from Edinburgh Castle and more-or-less opposite The Scotch Whisky Experience."
Mentioned by Penguin and Pia
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"This wacky world of illusions is definitely a fun one – and not something you’d expect to be visiting when you think of “attractions in Edinburgh”. Nonetheless, it’s a great way to entertain the kids – and the adults, too!. The interactive exhibits allow you to fully engage, and the introductory session is a great way to learn a little bit about the science of light and images!"
St Giles' Cathedral
St Giles' Cathedral
4.6 (7230 ratings)4.5 (5872 ratings)
Grand, Gothic medieval building and Presbyterian place of worship where John Knox used to preach.
High St, Edinburgh, EH1 1RE, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Calton Hill
Calton Hill
4.7 (2428 ratings)4.5 (8262 ratings)
Prominent hill with neoclassical monuments & sweeping views of the city skyline & Edinburgh Castle.
Edinburgh, EH7 5AA, United Kingdom
Mountain peakSights & LandmarksLighthousesGeologic FormationsPoints of Interest & LandmarksLookouts
Mentioned by planetware.com
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"Calton Hill is best known for its monuments and incredible vantage points, popular with locals for viewing the fireworks during the Hogamanay celebrations. It is also the site of many Edinburgh festivals, including the Beltane Fire Festival at the end of April, the Edinburgh Science Festival in June, the Edinburgh International Festival each August, and the Samhuinn Fire Festival each Halloween. The best place for visitors to enjoy views from is the Nelson Monument, which was built in 1816."
Mentioned by hitched.co.uk
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"If you’re in the market for a picture-perfect proposal spot, look no further than Calton Hill It boasts sights of the city and looks absolutely magical at dawn and dusk. As an added plus, it comes with built-in engagement photo backdrops - the Nelson Monument and National Monument."
Princes Street Gardens
Princes Street Gardens
4.6 (21567 ratings)4.5 (6817 ratings)
Green Flag park of geological/botanical interest, home to several public monuments and memorials.
Princes St, Edinburgh, EH2 2HG, United Kingdom
ParkNature & ParksGardens
Mentioned by Full Suitcase Family Travel Blog
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"Princes Street marks a clear division between Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns. On one side, you’ll find all the high street stores you’d expect in a big city, along with countless coffee bars and eateries. Whilst on the other side, you’ll find the steps that take you down to the Gardens and, further, to the Old Town."
Mentioned by st-christophers.co.uk
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"While you're in Edinburgh, be sure to take a walk through the pretty Princes Street Gardens in the centre of town. From here, you’ll see Scotts Monument, a Victorian Gothic building dedicated to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott. It is the largest monument to a writer in the world."
Mentioned by edinburghlive
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"This one might not run all year round but we couldn't write a piece on Edinburgh's markets and fail to mention it. The European festive market is a huge hit with visitors to the city and has become something of a tradition for many of those living in the capital."
Cramond Island
Cramond Island
4.7 (197 ratings)4.5 (101 ratings)
Island connected to mainland by causeway at low tide, popular for walks & exploring WWII structures.
United Kingdom
IslandSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Edinburgh 2 days itinerary
A Long Weekend in Edinburgh Itinerary You’ll Want to Copy
"Cramond Island: This pretty tidal island is located an hour or so from Edinburgh’s Waverly Bridge by bus. Purchase some picnic essentials, grab a book and hop on a bus on a sunny day to make the most of this short day trip from Edinburgh. Nearby, there are coastal paths to follow and history to uncover; the most important Roman statue ever found in Scotland, the Cramond Lioness was uncovered in the estuary near Cramond Island!"
Edinburgh Old Town
Edinburgh Old Town
4.5 (14421 ratings)
Visitors pack the Old Town, a bustling area of centuries-old buildings and narrow alleys. At its heart, perched on an extinct volcano, Edinburgh Castle is home to Scotland’s crown jewels. The Royal Mile, a steep street lined with traditional pubs, casual eateries, souvenir shops and small museums, runs from the castle to the Scottish Parliament and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Queen’s Scottish residence.
Edinburgh, UK
Sights & LandmarksHistoric Walking AreasNeighborhoods
Braidburn Valley Park
Braidburn Valley Park
4.5 (457 ratings)4.5 (7 ratings)
1 Greenbank Cres, Edinburgh, EH10 5TE, United Kingdom
ParkNature & Parks
Arthur's Seat
Arthur's Seat
4.8 (1982 ratings)4.5 (18944 ratings)
Mountain offering hikes from moderate to advanced, plus panoramic city & Firth of Forth views.
Edinburgh, EH16 5HX, United Kingdom
Mountain peakNature & ParksGeologic Formations
Mentioned by Edinburgh 2 days itinerary
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"With incredible views onto Edinburgh and beyond (as well as a great, yet fun, workout) I highly recommend a hike up Arthur’s Seat for any first time visitor to the city. Although legends of King Arthur are never far away when it comes to Gaelic and Celtic countries, in this case, the extinct volcano that is Arthur’s Seat won its name in a different way."
Portobello Beach
Portobello Beach
4.5 (3855 ratings)4 (626 ratings)
Traditional seaside pursuits on the prom with sandy stretches of beach overlooking the Forth.
1 Promenade, Portobello, Edinburgh EH15 2DX, United Kingdom
Nature & ParksEvent venueFestivalOutdoor activity organiserBeaches

Top Best French Restaurants in Calton Hill

French Crêperie Le Petit Café
French Crêperie Le Petit Café
5 (123 ratings)
Cozy establishment specialising in crepes & galettes, plus breakfasts & ice cream sundaes.
32 Morrison St, Edinburgh, EH3 8BJ, United Kingdom
French restaurantCafeCoffee standCrêperieLunch restaurantTakeout Restaurant
Le Roi Fou
Le Roi Fou
4.7 (128 ratings)
Intimate setting for creative modern dining from à la carte or tasting menus, with a wine list.
1 Forth St, Edinburgh, EH1 3JX, United Kingdom
RestaurantCocktail barEvent venueFine dining restaurantFrench restaurantLunch restaurantTakeout RestaurantWine bar
L'Escargot Blanc Restaurant
L'Escargot Blanc Restaurant
4.6 (326 ratings)
Light and airy contemporary French bistro, hung with vintage posters and black-and-white photos.
17 Queensferry St, Edinburgh, EH2 4QW, United Kingdom
French restaurant

Best Diners in Calton Hill

Mums Great Comfort Food
Mums Great Comfort Food
4.5 (2008 ratings)
Traditional, hearty British fare with gourmet sausages, served up in a bright, retro-style diner.
4A Forrest Rd, Edinburgh, EH1 2QN, United Kingdom
British restaurantBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCafeDinerEnglish restaurantEuropean restaurantFamily restaurantRestaurant
One Canonmills
One Canonmills
4.8 (85 ratings)
1 Canonmills, Edinburgh, EH3 5HA, United Kingdom
GastropubCocktail barDiner
Bells Diner
Bells Diner
4.7 (165 ratings)
Serving gourmet burgers, steaks and shakes for decades in warm red diner with wooden tables.
7 St Stephen St, Stockbridge, Edinburgh EH3 5AN, United Kingdom
Hamburger restaurantAmerican restaurantDiner
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"The lunch menu at Bell’s Diner has barely changed in 40 years, but why change a winning formula?. This cute little diner on the corner of St Stephen Street has been serving up gourmet burgers long before the likes of Byron got in on the act. Its steaks are also excellent and come with a choice of five sauces (go for the garlic butter), while the large hot fudge sundae pancakes are legendary in these parts."

Best Takeout Food Restaurants in Calton Hill

Soup & Thai
Soup & Thai
4.6 (61 ratings)
28 Warrender Park Rd, Edinburgh, EH9 1JG, United Kingdom
Takeout RestaurantAsian restaurantHalal restaurantSouth Asian restaurantThai restaurant
Bluerapa Thai
Bluerapa Thai
4.4 (171 ratings)
Simple, traditional Thai dishes in a no-frills family-run venue with a takeaway menu.
6 Torphichen Pl, Edinburgh, EH3 8DU, United Kingdom
Thai restaurantTakeout Restaurant
Pizza Express
Pizza Express
4.2 (392 ratings)
Chain pizzeria where chefs in striped t-shirts toss handmade pizzas in a relaxed space.
32 Queensferry St, Edinburgh, EH2 4QS, United Kingdom
Pizza restaurantItalian restaurantPizza TakeoutRestaurant

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Calton Hill

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Novotel Edinburgh Park Hotel
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ALTIDO Vibrant City Centre 2-bed Apt.
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Edinburgh Central Apartment
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