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Princes Street Gardens
Garden4.7 · 27 1704.5 · 7 472≈ 1 h 8 minFree entry867 m from the center
A sprawling public park at the foot of Castle Rock, dividing Edinburgh's Old and New Towns. Established in the 19th century after draining the Nor Loch, it provides iconic postcard views up to Edinburgh Castle. Highlights include the ornate 1872 Ross Fountain, the world's oldest floral clock ticking since 1903, and the towering Gothic Scott Monument on its eastern edge.
Highlights
- Panoramic views of Edinburgh Castle from park lawns
- Ornate gilded Victorian Ross Fountain
- Floral clock operating continuously since 1903
- Gothic Sir Walter Scott Monument
Opening hours
| Mon | 07:00 – 21:35 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 07:00 – 21:35 |
| Wed | 07:00 – 21:35 |
| Thu | 07:00 – 21:35 |
| Fri | 07:00 – 21:35 |
| Sat | 07:00 – 21:35 |
| Sun | 07:00 – 21:35 |
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