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Edinburgh Castle vs St Giles' Cathedral
Edinburgh Castle and St Giles' Cathedral are both highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Edinburgh Castle ranks significantly better than St Giles' Cathedral. Edinburgh Castle comes in at #1 in Edinburgh with recommendations from 9 reviews including Concierge, The Telegraph and Michelin Guide.
Edinburgh Castle
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Castlehill, Edinburgh EH12NG, Scotland
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Concierge
"For the history buffs, there are the former royal apartments (Mary Queen of Scots gave birth here), the Crown Room, and the city's oldest building."
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The extremely loud One O'clock Gun is fired from here, which makes locals and visitors jump on a daily basis.
Frommer's
"This ancient stronghold has history seeping out of the stonework, with an undeniable "wow" factor. It's big, it's bold, it's bolshy."
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If you're a first-timer to Edinburgh, you'll probably want to tick this one off, but go early to avoid the crowds.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Edinburgh Castle has played a pivotal role in Scottish history, both as a royal residence... and as a military stronghold."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"As well as the esplanade used for the Military Tattoo and the fortifications that afford a superb view of Princes Street."
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You must see the Scottish crown jewels, housed in the Royal Palace.
Fodor's
"The crowning glory of the Scottish capital, Edinburgh Castle is popular not only because it's the symbolic heart of Scotland but also because of the views from its battlements."
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St Giles' Cathedral
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Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1RE, Scotland
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Concierge
"An imposing stone edifice punctuated by stained-glass windows, St. Giles' Cathedral looms over surrounding buildings on the Royal Mile, and its spire is a dominant feature of the city's skyline."
Lonely Planet
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"The beautiful crown spire was completed in 1495... the interior lacks grandeur but is rich in history."
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Time Out
"A magnificent church building dating from the late 14th century, still holding religious services as well as the odd atmospheric concert."
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Fodor's
"Inside the church stands a life-size statue of the Scot whose spirit still dominates the place—the great religious reformer and preacher John Knox, before whose zeal all of Scotland once trembled. "
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"This Presbyterian cathedral dates for the most part from the 15th C."
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