Edinburgh Castle

At all times of the year, but especially during the summer months, Edinburgh's city centre is awash with map-wielding tourists on the hunt for the famous Castle. We've all been asked for directions to the iconic landmark, even while standing right in front of it on Princes Street.

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Video grab of the double proposal between Sally Morton and Leanne Stewart.

Watch: Couple propose to each other at the same time on Calton Hill

No list of Scotland's top tourist attractions would be complete without Edinburgh Castle, which is perhaps the most famous of them all. Set within the capital, visitors can enjoy a number of events and tours at the fortress.

Edinburgh Castle named 'most Instagrammable' landmark in Scotland

A man proposed to his girlfriend at Edinburgh Christmas Market as a crowd looked on.

Christmas Market crowd go wild as couple get engaged in snow globe

The special Edinburgh Castle print released by French artists Mr Brainwash.

Edinburgh Castle print released by Banksy-endorsed acclaimed artist

Eilidh (AKA Jamie) Priest, 26, wearing mask, and Catriona Roberts, 22, pictured outside Edinburgh Sheriff Court.

Activists who smashed Stone of Destiny cabinet sentenced

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Edinburgh’s Castle of Light: A Dazzling Festival Trail to Celebrate 900 Glorious Years

Edinburgh’s Castle of Light: A dazzling festival trail to celebrate 900 glorious...

Pupils from Royal Mile Primary School joined Rex on the Edinburgh Castle esplanade to officially switch on this year's Castle of Light on Friday, November 22.

Castle of Light illuminates city’s 900th anniversary

Rose Street Brewery is back open

Historic pub, Rose Street Brewery, reopens with a fresh new look!

This rarely available, tastefully-presented and spacious, two-bedroom, second-floor, corner aspect apartment, forms part of an impressive "B-Listed", traditional stone-built tenement building overlooking the Grassmarket.

Property: Spacious two-bedroom flat in an unbeatable Old Town setting

Damage to the protective glass housing the Stone of Destiny at Edinburgh Castle in a protest against food poverty. Picture: Historic Environment Scotland/PA Wire

Eco-activists admit attacking Stone of Destiny

Cold Town House launch autumn beer festival

Halloween pumpkins

Edinburgh revealed as Scottish City where you’re most likely to meet a ghost

Marti Pellow, the former frontman of Wet Wet Wet will perform at Edinburgh Castle’s famous Esplanade next summer..

Marti Pellow to play huge outdoor show at Edinburgh Castle next summer
Scottish music icon Marti Pellow has announced a massive outdoor gig in Edinburgh next summer.
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Ludovico Einaudi is the most-streamed classical artist of all time.

First Castle Concert announced with composer set to come to city

The Edinburgh skyline as viewed from Calton Hill

Edinburgh named third friendliest city in the UK

Yellow weather warning extended as Storm Ashley begins to hit Scotland

Yellow weather warning: Storm Ashley means strong winds and heavy rain

Iconic city hotel set to open new cocktail bar and restaurant

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Now in its fifth year, this event will once again illuminate Edinburgh Castle with extraordinary light and sound displays this winter. Stock photo from previous event.

Castle of Light returns to mark city's 900th anniversary

The Army in Scotland bids farewell to Major General Alastair Bruce of Crionaich OBE DL VR

Thanks and farewell, Alastair - Angus Robertson

The front cover of Robyn’s new book

Edinburgh Local Self Published Author launches first of its kind book!

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo set to stun audiences for one final weekend

Lisa and Craig Charters, who angered neighbours with plans to turn an Edinburgh bungalow into a £5million mansion have moved to East Lothian. Property photos: Ellisons.both 35, forked out £200,000 over the asking price for a stunning £2.9million property in November.

Lotto couple fork out for £2.9m East Lothian dream home
After scrapping plans to build a super-home with Edinburgh Castle views, a millionaire couple have instead bought a mansion in East Lothian
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Edinburgh Castle

New list reveals most ‘fun’ educational visitor attractions in Scotland

Watch as military cargo plane flies over Edinburgh Castle

Watch: Tattoo performers take audiences on a journey

Edinburgh Tattoo 2024

In pictures: The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2024

Paul Weller on stage at Edinburgh Castle, Saturday, July 13.

Review: Paul Weller reigns supreme in the rain at Edinburgh Castle

Skippinish had Edinburgh Castle crowds bouncing on Friday

Review: Skippinish had castle crowds dancing from beginning to end

The Manics played four songs from their Brit Award-winning album 'Everything Must Go'.

Review: Suede and The Manic Street Preachers at Edinburgh Castle

Paul Weller delighted the crowd with songs old and new

Paul Weller at Edinburgh Castle: All you need to know

JLS perform on stage in 2021. Photo: PA

Review: JLS crowd proves everyone loves a bit of nostalgia and cringe

Manic Street Preachers and Suede,are set to perform at Edinburgh Castle this week.

Manic Street Preachers and Suede Edinburgh gig - all you need to know

JLS Castle gig: Everything you need to know

Donning his trademark sunglasses and suit, frontman Graham McPherson (Suggs) took to the stage shortly after 9pm

In pictures: Madness dazzle at Edinburgh Castle

Madness delight sell out crowd at Edinburgh Castle Concert

Ska-pop legends Madness will play a huge outdoor gig at Edinburgh Castle on Friday, July 5.

All you need to know ahead of Madness gig at Edinburgh Castle

Paul Weller, left, and JLS, bottom right, are just two of the acts taking part in this summer's Castle Concerts series in Edinburgh.

All you need to know about this month's Edinburgh Castle concerts

The RAF's Red Arrows soar over Edinburgh city centre. Picture: Scott Heppell/WPA Pool/Getty Images

Calls for Tattoo plane flyovers to be banned over 'emotional harm'

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Wee Bite on St Mary's Street in Edinburgh has been put up for sale.

‘Amazing’ city centre sandwich bar up for sale

The latest edition to Edinburgh's bar scene, Lochrin is located on the top floor of the Moxy Fountainbridge Hotel.

Look inside Edinburgh's new ‘Instagram-worthy’ rooftop bar

The Royal Mile is a popular destination for tourists from all over the world all year round in Edinburgh.

Royal Mile named UK’s second most ‘overrated’ tourist attraction

Scotland’s world champion curling team helped to launch two new outdoor drinks terraces in Edinburgh city centre.

New outdoor cocktail bar experience sweeps into Edinburgh

Time Out magazine reckons Cold Town House in Edinburgh has one of the best beer gardens with a view in the UK.

Local beer garden named among the 12 best in the UK

The Royal Mile in Edinburgh ranked as the second most overrated tourist trap in Britain.

City street named 'most overrated tourist trap' outside of London

Regus terrace with Edinburgh Castle in background.

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Simpson Loan in Edinburgh was crowned the most expensive street to live on in Scotland, according to Rightmove. Photo Google Street View

Edinburgh street has Scotland's most expensive homes

Lisa Charters, 34, and her husband Craig, 35, originally planned to turn a three-bed bungalow in Edinburgh into a £5m mansion.

Lottery winners sell 'dream' property for tiny profit

New Study finds Edinburgh Castle the most photographed Scottish place

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