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Calton Hill

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

About Calton Hill

Edinburgh's most accessible viewpoint — a hill east of Princes Street with the unfinished National Monument (modeled on the Parthenon), the Nelson Monument, and the best cityscape panorama in Edinburgh. 10 minutes' walk from Waverley station; the view at golden hour is incomparable.

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📍Calton Hill, Edinburgh EH7 5AA

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Why it works for solo travelers

✓ Comfortable to visit on your own.
✓ Good for meeting other travelers and locals.
✓ Free to visit.

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Free

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