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St Giles' Cathedral

Historic · Edinburgh, Scotland · ✓ Enriched

About this day out

Audio tour (QR-code based, 25 min, £5.50, available in English, German and Ukrainian)Digital visitor guide with interactive map (available in 10 languages)

St Giles' Cathedral, founded in 1124, is the High Kirk of Edinburgh and the mother church of Presbyterianism. Located on the Royal Mile, it has served as a site of worship for over 900 years and stands at the centre of major Scottish national events.

Good to know

Price

Free entry, run by donations; suggested donation £10

Opening hours

Monday–Friday: 10am–6pm; Saturday: 9am–5pm (Quiet Hour 9am–10am); Sunday: 1pm–5pm

Accessibility

Saturday Quiet Hour (9am–10am) reduces sensory stimulation for visitors with neurodivergence, sensory sensitivities or anxiety

Good for

history, music, art, worship, quiet reflection

Indoor / outdoor

indoor

Best for ages

Open to all

Typical visit

Half day – full day

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