The Royal Mile

197 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1PT

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197 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1PT, United Kingdom

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The Royal Mile is an iconic and historic street located in the heart of Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland. Named after the famous Edinburgh Castle, which sits at the top of the hill, this famous street stretches for just over a mile from the castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official royal residence in Scotland.

As one of the most visited tourist attractions in Scotland, The Royal Mile offers a unique experience to visitors seeking to explore the rich history and culture of Edinburgh. The street is lined with beautiful medieval architecture, charming shops, restaurants, and quirky side streets, making it a must-visit destination for anyone visiting the city.

In addition to the many beautiful buildings and landmarks located along The Royal Mile, the street is also home to a range of exciting events and festivals throughout the year. These include the famous Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Hogmanay (New Year's Eve), and the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, which takes place annually in August.

For those interested in history, The Royal Mile offers a wealth of fascinating museums, galleries, and landmarks to visit, including the historic St Giles’ Cathedral, the Museum of Childhood, the Real Mary King’s Close, and the Scotch Whisky Experience.

Whether you're looking for a day of shopping, exploring, or simply soaking up the unique atmosphere of this iconic street, The Royal Mile has something for everyone. So why not plan your visit today and discover everything this incredible institution has to offer?

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The Maiden:

"The Royal Mile in Edinburgh is a stunning strip lined with historic buildings and cobbled roads. Advocates Close and Mary Kings Close can be found here. It is also a meeting point for numerous ghost tours. The Mile is close to Edinburgh Waverley train station, Edinburgh Castle, The Scottish National Gallery and much, much more."

1 year ago

Beth Barton:

"Edinburgh's Royal Mile is full of history, restaurants, shops and unique experiences, making it a must-see destination for anyone visiting the city. At one end is the Edinburgh castle which is incredible in and of itself. Make sure you are ready to hike up stairs and/or steep hills while visiting the castle. The history is worth the workout. Also, along the Royal Mike is Mary King's Close, another fascinating historical tour of the homes and streets underneath the city. Street performers along the Royal Mile included a bagpipes and an owl handler."

almost 2 years ago

Teresa Housholder:

"Beautiful and breathtaking. No matter which way you go the skyline is dominated by Edinburgh Castle. If you ever get the chance to visit Edinburgh go."

almost 2 years ago

Tork Mackenzie:

"Being Scottish I suppose we don’t appreciate how lucky we are that we can visit one of the worlds best streets within an hour or two of leaving our homes, from the gates of the Castle the thoroughfare stretches for 1 old Scottish mile to the palace of Holyrood which is the Queens official residence when in Edinburgh passing wonderful old buildings and closes full of history , bars , cafes and restaurants of all types crowd the street as well as lots of small unique shops that sell all types of stuff a visitor might want. A very enjoyable couple of hours can be had wandering down the Royal Mile."

almost 3 years ago

Melissa Oswald:

"One of the most beautiful streets in the world! If you're coming to visit Scotland this is a place you want to stay. It is in the middle of everything. You can take ghost tours, eat, drink, see the castle, see the palace and many other things. It is an amazing vacation! You won't believe your eyes on the beauty the street beholds! It is a must see!"

almost 3 years ago

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