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Free things to do in Edinburgh
No-spend weekends in Edinburgh — free museums, parks, markets and walks that don't cost a dollar.
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Top spots in Edinburgh
Arthur's Seat
OutdoorsHolyrood Park
251 m extinct volcano with 360° city views — 45-min climb from the palace.
Dean Village
OutdoorsWater of Leith
Hidden ex-mill village 5 min from Princes Street — Insta gold.
Edinburgh Castle
CultureCastle Rock
Stone of Destiny, Honours of Scotland and the 1 o'clock gun.
National Museum of Scotland
CultureChambers Street
Dolly the Sheep, Lewis Chessmen and a Victorian Grand Gallery — free.
Royal Mile
CultureOld Town
Cobbled mile of closes, whisky shops and the Real Mary King's Close vaults.
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- Standouts right now: Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat, Royal Mile. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Edinburgh and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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