A guided tour of Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle is the capital’s ornate centrepiece: a beautiful yet imposing fortress perched upon a rugged hunk of volcanic rock. No matter where you are in the city, the castle rises up above the horizon to meet your gaze. However, the bustling, modernised nature of Edinburgh itself means much of the skyline is dominated by obstructions that make finding strong vantage points challenging. The Vennel, from the French for ‘little street’, offers arguably the best solution to this viewing probl

Edinburgh Castle; fortress, Royal Palace, prison... for centuries it has welcomed soldiers, kings and queens – and even the odd pirate or two. Hidden gem: don't forget to check out the prisons. Tucked away next to the Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal regiment. Give us a follow for more Scottish adventures ✌️. . . . . #scotland #castles #visitscotland @edinburghcastle @historicscotland #travelscotland #edinburgh #edinburghlife #edimburgo #escocia #travel #explore #visitedinburgh #scottishh