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Edinburgh on a Budget: A day of free sights
A full day in which the main attractions cost nothing: a hill climb, two big free museums and a gallery, and a stroll through the New Town.
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Hills, museums and gardens.
08:30 · Arthur's Seat & Holyrood Park
Climb for the view while it is quiet. Allow 2–3 hours.
Climb for the view while it is quiet. Allow 2–3 hours.
12:00 · The Royal Mile
Walk back up through the Old Town.Walk from Holyrood
Walk back up through the Old Town.Walk from Holyrood
13:30 · National Museum of Scotland
Free entry; the Grand Gallery and Tower views are the highlights.10 min walk
Free entry; the Grand Gallery and Tower views are the highlights.10 min walk
16:00 · Scottish National Gallery
Free permanent collection on The Mound.15 min walk
Free permanent collection on The Mound.15 min walk
17:30 · Princes Street Gardens
Wind down in the gardens.Next to the gallery
Wind down in the gardens.Next to the gallery
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