Edinburgh Castle

Castle Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Edinburgh Castle is a historic castle in Edinburgh, Scotland, that has dominated the city's skyline for centuries. The castle stands on Castle Rock, which has been occupied by humans since the Iron Age. It has served as a royal residence, an arsenal, a treasury, a national archive, a mint, a prison, a military fortress, and the home of the Honours of Scotland. Visitors can explore the castle's many attractions, including the Royal Palace, the Great Hall, and St Margaret's Chapel, which is the oldest building in Edinburgh. The castle is also home to the Scottish National War Memorial and the National War Museum. With its rich history and stunning architecture, Edinburgh Castle is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history, culture, and scenery

Plan your family visit to the Edinburgh Castle with these blog insights 👇

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26 unmissable FUN things to do in Edinburgh with kids in 2023

26 unmissable FUN things to do in Edinburgh with kids in 2023
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Edinburgh Castle and explored its history. We saw the Mons Meg, the dog cemetery, the stone of destiny, and the Scottish crown jewels

Highlights: The kids loved exploring the castle and learning about its history. They were especially fascinated by the Mons Meg and the Scottish crown jewels ✨

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Scotland with children, 5 things not to miss, castles and parks

Scotland with children, 5 things not to miss, castles and parks
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the castle, seeing the bastions, the Royal Palace, the Crown Jewels, and the Stone of Destiny

Highlights: We loved the history and the views of the city from the top ✨

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Edinburgh 18 Stellar Things To Do, See & Eat With Kids

Edinburgh 18 Stellar Things To Do, See & Eat With Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Edinburgh Castle and enjoyed the history exhibit about the castle's battles and the crown jewels

Highlights: We enjoyed learning about the history of the castle, especially the crown jewels exhibit, and the kids were surprised by the intricate details of the exhibits ✨

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(Tip!) Edinburgh with kids: 11x things to do with the family!

(Tip!) Edinburgh with kids: 11x things to do with the family!
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the castle and saw the cannons, the crown jewels, the Great Hall, and a chapel. A cannon is fired at 1 p.m. every day except Sunday

Highlights: The kids enjoyed climbing on the cannons and the view from the viewing platform ✨