Location: Cowgate
Top Things to do in Cowgate
The 10 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in Cowgate, Scotland
Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city, renowned for its heritage, culture and festivals.
Take a long walk around the centre to explore the World Heritage Sites of the Old Town and New Town, as well as all the area’s museums and galleries. Then stop for a delicious meal made from fresh Scottish produce before heading out to take in one of Edinburgh’s many events — including the famous summer festivals of culture, or the Winter Festivals of music, light and ceilidhs.
Restaurants in Edinburgh
1. Tweeddale Court
2. Riddle's Court
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Riddle's Court is a unique survival, a 16th Century courtyard House set behind the Royal Mile, just a stone's throw from Edinburgh Castle. The property contains significant architectural features documenting its 400 year history. Many aristocratic, influential and creative people have lived here or been associated with this building including King James VI, Sir John Clerk of Penicuik, Sir David Hume and Sir Patrick Geddes. Riddle's Court is the historic jewel in Edinburgh's Old Town. Hidden away until recently, it is a beautiful and atmospheric building making it a unique venue for exceptional events, conferences and spectacular entertaining. Riddle's Court also houses the Patrick Geddes Centre which hosts learning events, study days, lectures, live music and tours; tickets are available at Eventbrite.co.uk.
Reviewed By Margo7850p
Full of history and charm it is a real gem in the heart of Edinburgh's old town. A picturesque merchant's house, situated close to the Edinburgh's famous castle. Sixteenth century courtyard house which just has been wonderfully restored. A visit here is like stepping back in time. It is little tucked away, but including exquisite painted ceilings, authentic working fireplaces and panelled rooms. Definitely worth a visit.
3. Memorial Duke of Buccleuch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Y8837LLgabriela - Ploiesti, Romania
The monument is situated in the Parliament Square, Edinburgh, on the Royal Mile. This is a tribute to an important Scottish conservative politician, and it was erected in February 1888. This memorial is placed in front of St Giles Cathedral.
4. The Quaker Meeting House
5. Greyfriars Bobby
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4.0 based on 2,880 reviews
Greyfriars Bobby was a Skye Terrier who became known in 19th-century Edinburgh, Scotland, after reportedly spending fourteen years guarding his owner's grave, until his own death on 14 January 1872. The story continues to be well known in Scotland, through several books and films. A prominent commemorative statue and nearby graves are a tourist attraction.
Reviewed By jellymirelly - London, United Kingdom
Worth a quick stop just before or after your trip to the National Museum of Scotland. The statue is a lovely tribute to a touching story of the love and loyalty between man and dog
6. Site of the Last Public Execution
7. Royal Mile Market
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4.0 based on 188 reviews
Reviewed By Margo7850p
The Tron Kirk has stood in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town for almost 400 years. Its towering spire can be seen across the city. Now the building is in a poor state of repair and is included on the Historic Environment Scotland Buildings at Risk Register. Edinburgh World Heritage hopes to save the Tron from further deterioration and secure the future of this beautiful building.In this pretty church there is an exhibition about the Scottish World Heritage Sites next to the tourist information. There is also a nice shop, which specialising in products made in Scotland. But this is so much more then a tourism information an a shop. Beautiful old Kirk in the process of being restored. Its free. Just walk right in. It's really worth it.
8. Charles II. Monument
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4.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Travelling_SE_Asia - St. Albans, United Kingdom
Located in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, in Parliament Square on the Royal Mile, the Equestrian Statue of Charles II is situated behind St Giles Cathedral. A bronze statue on a stone plinth, in a really picturesque area of Edinburgh.
9. Adam Smith Statue
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4.0 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By Margo7850p
Adam Smith was Scottish thinker and philosopher, author of ''Research on the nature and causes of the wealth of nations'' , which was one of the first attempts to systematize knowledge about the history of industrial and trade development in Europe. His works are among the most famous and appreciated studies on the market economy, capitalism and liberalism. Smith was a multi-faceted thinker and one of the most educated Britons of the eighteenth century. You'll find it while walking around the Royal Mille, so it's a place not to be missed when visiting Edinburgh.
10. Mercat Cross
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4.0 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By anoomk
While walking the Royal Mile, keep an eye on the Mercat Cross, an old Marketplace structure which is definitely one of the Old Town main sights. A large octagonal stone structure, topped with a unicorn, the national animal of Scotland. It was first erected to display a burghs right to trade, as well as acting as a gathering place for townsfolk to hear important public announcements and were once known as the dreaded theatre of public punishment. Nowadays, it's a main tourist attractions and important announcements.
