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  1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Royal_MileRoyal Mile - Wikipedia

    The Royal Mile is a historic street in Edinburgh, Scotland, connecting Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. It is a popular tourist attraction with shops, restaurants, pubs, and visitor attractions along its length.

    • Castlehill and Castle Esplanade
    • Lawnmarket
    • High Street
    • Canongate
    • Abbey Strand
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    Castlehill and Castle Esplanade are located closest to Edinburgh Castle and are the oldest part of the Royal Mile, being where the city was originally founded. The main entrance of the Castle is found in the Castle Esplanade, a large open space which was used to burn the witches at the stake, and where currently the Edinburgh Military Tattootakes p...

    Up until the seventeenth century Lawnmarket was a market-place selling yarn,andused to be part of the High Street. It is 330 feet long and connects The Hub, a Gothic style church now used as a venue hall for the Edinburgh International Festival, to Bank Street. Bank Street was given this name because the road leads to the Bank of Scotland. Due to i...

    High Street is the most popular part of the Royal Mile. This street houses St Giles’ Cathedral, Tron Kirk, shops and numerous pubs and restaurants, which are often frequented by tourists but also by locals.

    Canongate is the least-visited part of the Royal Mile. Until 1856 Canongate was an independent burgh, separated from the city and outside the walls. The wall that divided the burghs was located on Jeffrey Street, between Edinburgh and Canongate. In the intersection of the Royal Mile with Jeffrey Street there are brass cobbles indicating the city ga...

    This small part of the Royal Mile connects the end of Canongate, where Parliament Square is located, to the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

    The Royal Mile connects Edinburgh Castle with the Palace of Holyroodhouse and is 1.81 km long. It has six areas with different features, such as medieval architecture, souvenir shops, pubs, and historical landmarks.

  2. Jun 22, 2024 · Learn what to see and do on the iconic Royal Mile, a historic route between Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Discover the attractions, tours, and hidden gems along the way, from the Scotch Whisky Experience to the Real Mary King's Close.

  3. Explore the Royal Mile, a Scots mile long street connecting the Castle and Holyrood House, and discover its rich history and culture. Find out how to get there, what to see and do, and when to visit this World Heritage site.

  4. Sep 7, 2020 · Learn about the history, attractions, and tips of the Royal Mile, the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town. The Royal Mile connects Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace, and is a hub for shops, pubs, and festivals.

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  5. Royal Mile. 25,965 reviews. #8 of 594 things to do in Edinburgh. Points of Interest & Landmarks. Closed now. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Write a review. About. Stretch of road connecting Edinburgh Castle with Holyrood Palace, the Queen's residence in Scotland.

  6. The Royal Mile is the historic heart of Edinburgh, connecting the castle and the palace. It showcases the city's architecture, history, and culture, and hosts festivals and events.