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The Vennel Viewpoint Edinburgh Castle
Sight4.7 · 1 5324.5 · 23≈ 30 minFree entry
A narrow stone alley of steps between the Old Town and the Grassmarket — the spot behind thousands of postcard views of Edinburgh Castle, which fits perfectly into the frame between the walls. Along the alley runs a section of the 16th-century Flodden Wall, a remnant of the city's defences. The best light is at sunset, when the castle towers turn pink; it is always busy, yet the steps keep flowing.
Highlights
- The classic view of Edinburgh Castle
- A section of the 16th-century Flodden Wall
- Sunset light on the fortress
What’s nearby
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