About Calton Hill and the Scottish National Monument

Calton Hill and National Monument are marked as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. When at Calton Hill you can see some of the city's best views and if you get up early, the best sunrises.

Calton Hill is the residence of some iconic and stylish Scottish monuments and buildings. These monuments include The National Monument, Dugald Stewart Monument, Nelson's Monument, the Old Royal High School, Robert Burns Monument, Political Martyrs' Monument, and the City Observatory.

The National Monument of Scotland, on Calton Hill, was built in memory of the Scottish soldiers and sailors who died fighting in the Napoleonic War. However, it remains unfinished due to insufficient funds. The monument is still a great place to visit.

Must See

  • The sunset or the sunrise
  • The panoramic views of Edinburgh,
  • The monuments, 

How to reach

You can either take a bus or a train, other options available are relevant public transportation that may be used to reach your destination. The following transit lines will reach you closer to your routes that pass near Calton Hill - Train: ScotRail; Bus: 38A, X62.

Tips

  • The hill is not as steep; its easily accessible if you wear a good pair of shoes and be prepared to walk a bit. 
  • The climb is definitely worth it as the view from the top is stunning over the city. 
  • Please be advised that there is no public toilet nearby since you need to walk quite a distance and it will take a while. 
  • There’s a lot of tourists around so maybe you can start early
  • Also if you choose a perfect time you can get lucky enough to visit this place on a clear day, and imagine the view which is spectacular at sunrise or sunset,
  • There are the cafe's around so called it a small a picnic and sit on the hill and see for miles

Visit Time

  • Sunday: Open 24 hours.
  • Monday:  Open 24 hours.
  • Tuesday:  Open 24 hours.
  • Wednesday:  Open 24 hours.
  • Thursday:  Open 24 hours.
  • Friday:  Open 24 hours.
  • Saturday:  Open 24 hours.
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Waiting Time

No wait times moving crowds.

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hour

 

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Weather

Broken Clouds 12.23°C

 

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