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- R BEindhoven, The Netherlands9 contributionsVery nice castle that is easy to reach by local bus. Admittance is low and the place is not crowded in September, rather quit. Excellent explanation of the rooms.Written 16 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Charlotte B71 contributionsThis was lovely and a great stop in Edinburgh! I went with some family and my little brother, whose name is actually Bobby, and loved the fact that the was dog had the same name as him! The gravesite is genuinely beautiful and we had a look to find some of the oldest graves and actually found one as old as 1616! It is lovely to see how well preserved some of these graves are and how beautiful and big the site was. We didn’t actually have time to go in the church but from what I have heard and seen it looks and sounds lovely. The memorial to Greyfriars Bobby at the entrance is adorable and it was altogether a beautiful place.Written 26 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- GoingGuideNottingham, UK2,121 contributionsOverall, it was a welcoming and fascinating place to visit, giving a brief example of what Scottish parliament is. Unexpectedly, there's a pleasant café and shop that are both well worth a visit. Tge café seven lunches and snacks plys hot and cold drinks at very affordable prices. The Scottish haggis and bacon toasted sandwich was excellent. The design and layout of the structure of the building are unique and eyecatching. Worth a visit.Written 31 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA17,691 contributionsThis is the area where you will find the old castle. The Rock forms a high hill, so be prepared for a climb, although a cab will take you almost to the top. Formidable.Written 21 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- elysec2018New Orleans, LA81 contributionsSo much shopping. Pay attention to signs for your platform -- some are double marked (e.g. Platform 8 also says 8e). Otherwise, it is a relatively nice train station!Written 11 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- therichastillStevenage, UK3,295 contributionsWaterloo Place is just on the edge of Princes Street which is probably the most well known road in Edinburgh apart from the Royal Mile. The tram stop is close by and many of the buses run along this road as well.
When I visited there was a street market there which was cool. Good to see local businesses being given an opportunity to sell their products.Written 12 October 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - permiaIreland64,746 contributionsIt was interesting to learn that the school was founded in the early 17th century with a generous endowment from George Heriot the renown jeweller to the King and Queen.
Constructed from sandstone the architecture is admirable. We enjoyed admiring the grand details.Written 24 July 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - KodoDrummerBuenos Aires, Argentina70,626 contributionsNice modern and contemporary art exhibition. Spectacular architecture of the Greek-style building. Beautiful historical pieces.Written 13 May 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- paws0810Mesa, AZ2,994 contributionsIt was a very nice church. We have traveled the world, looking at churches in the different architect. I love to look at the organs and the pipes and the hymnals to see what exactly goes on in that particular church.Written 22 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Customer LondonLondon, UK163 contributionsVery beautiful venue just off Royal Mile in the Old Town in Edinburgh. Great location for Fringe performances during the festival. Studio had beautiful painted ceilingWritten 3 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rabia K1 contributionA beautiful and serene place to worship. So clean and easy to use wudhu and toilet area, for men and women.Written 26 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dimitris LSydney, Australia50,924 contributionsWe walked past this building several times during our stay in Edinburgh, however we did not actually go inside. We did not know what it was, and in any case it would have been of little use to us. From outside, as we saw it, it looks rather grand. It looks like a lovely old building with some beautiful architecture. There is also an equestrian statue out the front but we never got to have a close look, unfortunately!Written 2 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- B T2 contributionsThe recent exhibition Silent Archive was excellent and the staff on duty excellent especially the guide 1st floor discussing Jute....thank you.Written 13 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- IAN DWigan, UK26,112 contributionsWell court was commissioned by John find lay the owner of the Scotsman newspaper. These are lovely old tenement houses in Dean Village.Written 29 January 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rcob3Aberdeen, UK85 contributionsThis is a wonderful facility, my husband and I visited register house to look up our ancesters, very helpful staff special thanks to Holly and “Gail “ hope I’ve got the names correct, Definately worth a vist for the architectural experience, we will returnWritten 25 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
