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Royal Mile

22,652 Reviews

#6 of 392 things to do in Edinburgh

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Open Now: 09:00 - 17:00

Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 2PB, Scotland

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Stretch of road connecting Edinburgh Castle with Holyrood Palace, the Queen's residence in Scotland.

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Suggested duration: More than 3 hours

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Peter K

Paris, France

10027

Reviewed yesterday

Must have in Edinburgh

Royal Mile is a must have for a Edinburgh stay. It's crowded pubs and restaurants are not quite cheap and souvenir shops every other step. Nevertheless it's a beautiful area.

Date of experience: January 2019

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grumpyfoodeater

Leicester, United Kingdom

8650

Reviewed yesterday

Proper Olde World charm

the surroundings and shops / attractions are excellent without being in your face.We spent quite a while perusing the shops .

Date of experience: January 2019

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cathyalexander2018

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Reviewed yesterday

Unmissable

The Royal Mile is Edinburgh at its best (and worst!). The history is unbelievable, both good and bad. Walking down (or up) the Royal Mile requires stops every few feet to read the plaques, to experience the history and to imagine what life was like...More

Date of experience: May 2018

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happytrails555

New York City

17054

Reviewed yesterday

Can't go to Edinburgh and not go here

No trip to Edinburgh is complete without time on the Royal Mile. It's exactly what it says--the Mile used by royalty. It's a great place to shop, eat, sight see and stroll. The architecture reminds you of Scotland's past and its colorful history. You should...More

Date of experience: January 2019

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sonnentor

London, United Kingdom

1710

Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile

Great walk

Good for shopping for cashmere pieces of clothing, whiskey and Scottish cheese. Great for sightseeing. Good for pubs.

Date of experience: January 2019

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mandyslater491

Darlington, United Kingdom

819

Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile

Holiday

Me and my partner went on the royal Mile my god there is so much to see lots of good pubs along the way we tried a couple all very welcome you don't have to eat in those we had a drink yes it is...More

Date of experience: January 2019

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Charlie F

Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

163

Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile

Favourite place

The royal mile is my favourite part of edinburgh, there are lots of things to do and see, and it just beautifully old with magnificent buildings!

Date of experience: January 2019

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Margaret H

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

378

Reviewed 4 days ago

Majestic Edinburgh

One visiting Edinburgh must spend a good few hours walking the Royal Mile. Starting at the top from the Castle downwards. There are lots of little shops well worth visiting. Be sure to go down the little Closes their full of history and wonderful old...More

Date of experience: January 2019

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Vicky N

Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile

Beautiful City

Edinburgh is just breath taking. No other city incorporates traditional and modern architecture so beautifully.

Date of experience: January 2019

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annstreks

Antrim, United Kingdom

201117

Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile

Edinburgh Castle

Visiting Edinburgh and my friend had never been up to the Castle on her many visits to Edinburgh. I love the Royal Mile area and was more than happy to accompany her and show her all the fantastic historical buildings along the way. This stretch...More

Date of experience: January 2019

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that you’ll find on its cobbled streets. This is the
place to get a feel for Auld Reekie (Old Smelly), as
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Mile, the thoroughfare that links the castle with the

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raymondf503

How much is it for a adult

18 October 2018|

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The Royal Mile is free. It’s basically a long street that leads you to the castle at the top. There is an entrance fee to the castle but you can walk right up to it and take photos etc without having to pay.