Free things to do in Edinburgh

5 free-entry places in and around Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh. Check parking, opening hours and other costs before you go.

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Viewpoint

Arthur's Seat

Extinct volcano in Holyrood Park — the classic free climb with panoramic city and Forth views.

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Arthur's Seat

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Extinct volcano in Holyrood Park — the classic free climb with panoramic city and Forth views.

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Holyrood Park roadside

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Garden

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

World-class botanic garden with glasshouses (paid) and free access to the main grounds.

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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

World-class botanic garden with glasshouses (paid) and free access to the main grounds.

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Botanic gardens car park ~£2

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Museum

National Museum of Scotland

Free national museum on Chambers Street — Scottish history, science and rooftop views.

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National Museum of Scotland

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Free national museum on Chambers Street — Scottish history, science and rooftop views.

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City centre ~£3/hr

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Princes Street Gardens

Park in the castle shadow with the Scott Monument and flower beds — free below the Old Town.

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Princes Street Gardens

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Park in the castle shadow with the Scott Monument and flower beds — free below the Old Town.

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City centre ~£3/hr

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Walk

Water of Leith Walkway

Woodland path following the river from the docks to the galleries quarter — herons and quiet miles.

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Water of Leith Walkway

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Woodland path following the river from the docks to the galleries quarter — herons and quiet miles.

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Dean Village on-street

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