Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Harthill

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Harthill

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 Edinburgh 2 days itinerary
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"Be Mystified at Edinburgh’s Camera Obscura Almost opposite the Scotch Whisky experience is Edinburgh’s Camera Obscura, also home to the World of Illusions attraction. Being a photographer I was particularly interested in the Camera Obscura at the top of the building, but I have to admit to finding the World of Illusions a lot of fun."
Mentioned by Lets Travel More
The Most Romantic Spots in Edinburgh
"One of the best ways to enjoy the stunning views of the city with your partner is visiting Camera Obscura, which means a dark room. The site is located behind the Edinburgh Castle and it is a Victorian Rooftop chamber with excellent views. It is one of the oldest buildings in Edinburgh and accepts visitors since 1892."
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 10Best
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"This hill at the east end of Princes Street provides the ideal perch for viewing Edinburgh's loveliest sights, including the Castle, New Town, Holyrood and Arthur's Seat. At 100 feet, you'll be surprised at how extensive the view is from the crest, and it's a great place for a picnic lunch. At the top of the hill, you'll find Nelson's monument, offering added lift for an increased perspective of the city."
Mentioned by Connor Mollison Photography
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"The hill overlooks the entire town, including Princess Street, which is the direction of the castle. Within that view is the Dugald Stewart monument, which makes for a wonderful shot. Calton Hill is particularly breathtaking at sunset."
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 planetware.com
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"It extends for almost a mile and is lined with colorful gardens and elegant shops, including the tradition-conscious Jenners of Edinburgh, founded in 1838 and one of the world's oldest department stores. Also good for shopping is the Princes Mall, popular with its small shops set among fountains and cafés and plenty of places to browse. As well as these temples to consumerism, you'll find restaurants, from fast food to gourmet bistros."
Mentioned by mummytravels
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"If you don’t want to venture too far out of the city, kids can also play in Prince’s Street Gardens in the shadow of the Scott monument – which you can climb, although at 287 often narrow and twisty steps, you might want to stick to the views from the Camera Obscura instead. At Christmas, the gardens turn into a Winter Wonderland including Christmas market, ice rink and ferris wheel, dubbed the Edinburgh Eye."
Mentioned by hitched.co.uk
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"It offers an amazing view of Edinburgh Castle, plenty of space to sprawl and stroll and won’t cost you a £ to visit. Dream date idea: pack a picnic basket with your partner’s favourite meal and a bottle of bubbly and spend the day enjoying the great outdoors before you pop the question."
BobCat Alpacas
BobCat Alpacas
4.8 (98 ratings)5 (228 ratings)
Bonaly Rd, Edinburgh, EH13 0PB, United Kingdom
FarmNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Tron Kirk & Royal Mile Market
Tron Kirk & Royal Mile Market
4.2 (973 ratings)4 (171 ratings)
122 High St, Edinburgh, EH1 1SG, United Kingdom
Tourist information centerShoppingFashion accessories storeHistorical landmarkJewelry storeMarketOutlet mallFlea & Street MarketsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by introducingedinburgh.com
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"It was established during the seventeenth century and was the main parish church in Edinburgh from 1648 until 1952. It was named “Tron Church” because the temple was located beside a weighing beam (tron in Scots), which was normally used in the town's marketplaces, one of which was on the Royal Mile. In 1824 a great fire destroyed the bell tower, but it was reconstructed so well that visitors will hardly notice that it was built two hundred years later."
City Chambers
City Chambers
4.3 (50 ratings)4 (24 ratings)
Formal environment holding civil wedding ceremonies, plus an on-site catering service.
253 High St, Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ, United Kingdom
City HallSights & LandmarksCouncilHistoric Walking AreasPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Scotland
"The grand seat of local government was built in the 1880s at the high point of Glasgow's wealth. The interior is even more extravagant than the exterior, and the chambers have sometimes been used as a movie location to represent the Kremlin or the Vatican. You can have a look at the opulent ground floor during opening hours. To see more, free guided tours are held at 10.30am and 2.30pm Monday to Friday; it's worth popping in earlier that day to prebook."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in Glasgow
"Dominating the east side of George Square, this exuberant expression of Victorian confidence, built by William Young in Italian Renaissance…"
Craigie's Farm Deli and Cafe
Craigie's Farm Deli and Cafe
4.4 (1741 ratings)3.5 (56 ratings)
All-day cafe deli with contemporary dining area for homemade meals and baking from farm-grown goods.
West Craigie Farm, Queensferry, EH30 9AR, United Kingdom
CafeSights & LandmarksFarmFarm shop
Mansfield Traquair
Mansfield Traquair
4.6 (187 ratings)5 (46 ratings)
Ornate stained glass and elegant stonework distinguish this venue for exclusive private events.
15 Mansfield Pl, Edinburgh, EH3 6BB, United Kingdom
Event venueSights & LandmarksSacred & Religious SitesChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by world-guides.com
Edinburgh Churches and Cathedrals: Edinburgh, Scotland
"Address: East London Street, Edinburgh, EH7 4BL, Scotland, UK Mansfield Place Church is to be found within the New Town area, standing close to the bus depot and the King George V Park. Built in 1872 by Robert Rowand Anderson, this old church has had many uses over the years and once even functioned as a nightclub. Today, it is owned by the Mansfield Traquair Trust, a conservation group who have actively restored the building over a number of years."

Best Fast Food Restaurants in Harthill

The Chicken Crew
The Chicken Crew
4.1 (190 ratings)
Unfussy counter serve take out restaurant preparing fried chicken dishes with fries.
25 Dalry Rd, Edinburgh, EH11 2BQ, United Kingdom
Chicken restaurantGrillBarbecue restaurantChicken shopChicken wings restaurantFast food restaurantFried chicken takeawayHalal restaurantIce cream shopDelivery Restaurant
Subway
Subway
3.8 (110 ratings)
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
30 Home St, Edinburgh, EH3 9LZ, United Kingdom
Sandwich shopFast food restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant
Tempting Tattie
Tempting Tattie
4.6 (182 ratings)
18 Jeffrey St, Edinburgh, EH1 1DT, United Kingdom
RestaurantFast food restaurant
Mentioned by Off-Kilter
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"I mean, what’s not to love about a ginormous, fully-loaded jacket spud?. It’s hot, it fills a big hole and you can choose the toppings to suit your mood. The classics (cheese & beans or tuna mayo) may always prevail – but we dare you to try, and not love, the epitome of fillers: Haggis, cheese & chutney (of the mango variety)."

Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in Harthill

Scottish Storytelling Centre
Scottish Storytelling Centre
4.6 (413 ratings)4.5 (92 ratings)
Arts venue preserving traditional storytelling, with live performances and interactive displays.
43-45 High St, Edinburgh, EH1 1SR, United Kingdom
Arts organizationConcerts & ShowsArt museumCafeTheaters
Stills
Stills
4.7 (20 ratings)4.5 (12 ratings)
Gallery space and film lounge showcasing new, innovative photographic art and themed exhibitions.
23 Cockburn St, Edinburgh, EH1 1BP, United Kingdom
Art galleryShoppingArt centerArt museumFilm and photograph libraryPhoto labPhotography class
Scottish National Gallery
Scottish National Gallery
4.6 (8645 ratings)4.5 (5073 ratings)
National collection includes European masterpieces and Scottish works, with seasonal exhibitions.
The Mound, Edinburgh, EH2 2EL, United Kingdom
Art galleryMuseumsArt museum

Top Rated Parks to Visit in Harthill

Cuningar Loop
Cuningar Loop
4.6 (1234 ratings)
Ample park with a bouldering area, plus a bike track, exercise equipment & modern sculptures.
Downiebrae Rd, Rutherglen, Glasgow G73 1PW, United Kingdom
Park
Mentioned by Migrating Miss
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"The Cuningar Loop offers up the perfect natural landscape for kids to walk and play. Take the whole family on an over 3 miles of accessible paths (mixed surfaces) to enjoy some of the many play areas. The bouldering area offers up a chance to play on the rocks while the adventure play area has designed challenges for all abilities."
Mentioned by Glasgow With Kids
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"This playpark is mostly made out of tree trunks and other bits of wood. It has swings, a slide and a few different bits for climbing. There’s a good sized sandy area around the swings and slide, and a den made out of climbing vines."
Braidburn Valley Park
Braidburn Valley Park
4.5 (457 ratings)4.5 (7 ratings)
1 Greenbank Cres, Edinburgh, EH10 5TE, United Kingdom
ParkNature & Parks
Pittencrieff Park
Pittencrieff Park
4.7 (2723 ratings)4.5 (647 ratings)
Popular green space offering playgrounds, extensive walking paths & a peacock enclosure.
Pittencrieff St, Dunfermline, KY12 8QH, United Kingdom
ParkNature & Parks

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Harthill

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Cairn Hotel
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Cairn Hotel
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M9 Falkirk Apartment
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