Scott Monument tickets and tours
Discover Edinburgh in a horror sightseeing show and learn about the most haunted city in Europe.
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City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tour of Edinburgh
Book your 24-hour Edinburgh bus pass with unlimited hop-on hop-off access and 360º panoramic views of the city on a flexible ticket.
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Silent Disco Adventure in Edinburgh
Book your silent disco adventure in Edinburgh and get ready to get groovy! Meet your guide and have a boogie while seeing the sights.
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Book the Vaults tour now for a unique perspective on Edinburgh. Explore the former slum, hear gruesome tales of criminals and see a witches' temple.
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Historic underground walking tour of Edinburgh
Book a tour of Edinburgh's underground caverns and learn the secret history of the city's Old Town with stories and artifacts from Georgian times.
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Dark history of Edinburgh - self-guided audio tour using an app
Discover the dark history of Edinburgh through a self-guided audio tour using an app on your phone.
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Royal Mile Walking Tour with Edinburgh Castle Entry Tickets
Explore Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile and gain priority entrance to the iconic castle. Discover Scotland's rich history with an expert guide.
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Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, Kelpies with ticket to Stirling Castle
Discover the remarkable beauty of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, and the beguiling history of Stirling Castle.
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Best of Edinburgh 3-Hour Private Tour
Follow an expert guide and navigate through the cobbled streets that encapsulate the city's rich history, experiencing Edinburgh like never before.
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Edinburgh 3-Hour Small Group Walking Tour
Book your guided tour to explore Edinburgh and see its historical highlights.
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National Museum of Scotland In-App Audio Guided Tour
Visit the National Museum of Scotland with this audio guided in-app tour that will conduct you and teach you about the museum's greatest highlights.
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Self-guided audio tour of Edinburgh's old town highlights
Book your tickets for a self-guided audio tour in Edinburgh and discover the origins of Scottish design
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Isle of Skye, Loch Ness and Inverness 5-Day Tour from Edinburgh
Book your Isle of Skye, Loch Ness and Inverness tour and spend 5 days exploring the Scottish wilds. Discover the Eilean Donan castle, a Highland Whisky distillery and more with a local guide.
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Edinburgh witches old town walking tour and underground vault
Book this guided walking tour, discover the wicked history of the Witches of Scotland and visit places where mysterious and sinister events occurred within the Old Town.
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Ghosts of Edinburgh and the bloody past exploration game
Go on a spooky Edinburgh walking tour where you will follow clues to discover haunted places and local stories using your smartphone.
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Guided group walking tour of Edinburgh
Book your Guided group walking tour of Edinburgh and get to grips with the historical, cultural and architectural side of the city.
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Outlander Explorer day trip from Edinburgh
Book your Outlander Explorer day trip from Edinburgh and feel like you've stepped into the TV show as you check out some of Scotland's finest castles and villages.
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The inside story
Standing proudly in Princes Street Gardens, the Scott Monument is one of Edinburgh’s most iconic landmarks. The 61-metre-high Gothic memorial – built in honour of the much-loved Scottish author, Sir Walter Scott – is one of the tallest monuments dedicated to a writer. Inside, there’s an exhibition where you’ll be able to learn about the life and legacy of the writer. A climb to the top guarantees sweeping views over Edinburgh and beyond.
Built between 1840 and 1844, the striking monument is known for its sharp black arches which dominate the city’s skyline. Marvel at the 68 intricately carved figures depicting characters and scenes from Scott’s novels. If you have time, conquer the 287 steps to the top of the tower and see the city from a new perspective – tiring yet rewarding.
