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Edinburgh Castle dominates the city of Edinburgh like no other castle in Scotland , and Edinburgh Castle is unequalled in the whole of the British Isles . Over one thousand years of history sit on top of the famous Edinburgh rock and it is easy to see why over a million visitors a year visit Edinburgh Castle .

When you come and visit Edinburgh Castle you will see why the early inhabitants of the area we now call Edinburgh , made their first settlements here, in what is now the city of Edinburgh . People have always sought a safe refuge, and the volcanic rock that forms the base of Edinburgh Castle , has always afforded the ultimate safe and defensive position in Edinburgh .

The City of Edinburgh grew out from the Castle rock, and the first houses in Edinburgh were built on the area in front of Edinburgh Castle , which is now known as the Lawnmarket, and then continued down the High Street and The Cannongate towards the Royal Palace of Holyrood House. These streets collectively form a single street known as The Royal Mile. The Royal Mile acquired its name over the ages as Scottish and English kings, queens and royalty in general, have travelled to and fro between the Palace of Holyrood House and Edinburgh Castle - hence the name The Royal Mile.

Address:

Edinburgh
Edinburgh
EH1 2NG   [view map]

Venue Type:

• Attraction
• Castle/Historic Interest

Venue Location:

• City Centre

Facilities & Services

Catering Facilities:

• Contract (Approved List)
• In-House (Events)

General Facilities:

• Restaurant