What is the postcode for Edinburgh Castle?
Edinburgh Castle, Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG.
Where is the best place to park in Edinburgh?
Here is a good selection of free parking spots in Edinburgh that I recommend for you:
- Meadowbank Shopping Park – 4 hr limit.
- Waitrose Comely Bank – 2 hr limit.
- Regent Place – on street.
- Sauchiebank – on street.
- Iona Street – on street.
- Hermiston – Park & Ride.
- Newcraighall – Park & Ride.
- Sheriffhall Park – & Ride.
Does Camera Obscura have a car park?
Once you have booked your Camera Obscura ticket, your SaverID code will be in your booking confirmation email. Postcode is EH1 2EW (this car park is roughly 10 minutes’ walk away, please check up to date prices and find a location map here ). Please note, on arrival at the car park, do not push for a paper ticket.
Is Edinburgh Castle in the Centre?
The castle is in Edinburgh City Centre, reachable by bus, tram and train.
Can you drive down the Royal Mile?
There is bollards to prevent driving UP the Royal Mile from there, but you can drive down it to Canongate/The Bridges without bother.
Where is the cheapest parking in Edinburgh?
If you can find a rare parking space, parking on the very central streets such as George Street, Queen Street and Market Street will cost you the most – £4.60 per hour. A cheaper option would be to park on London Road, which is around a 10-minute walk from Waverley Station. You can park here all day for £5.
Is parking free today in Edinburgh?
Parking in Central Zones (generally the City Centre and West End) is free between 18.30 – 6.30 Monday to Saturday. Parking in Peripheral and Extended Zones (such as Bruntsfield, Marchmont, and the New Town) is free between 17:30 – 8:30 Monday to Friday and all day on Saturdays.
How long does it take to go around Camera Obscura?
Most people find it takes about one hour and 45 minutes to get around all our attractions. Go at your own pace and spend as long as you like enjoying the illusions.
Where in Edinburgh is the Camera Obscura?
Royal Mile
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions is a tourist attraction located in Outlook Tower on the Castlehill section of the Royal Mile close to Edinburgh Castle. The original attraction was founded by entrepreneur Maria Theresa Short in 1835 and was exhibited on Calton Hill.
Are there any car parks near Edinburgh Castle?
The castle offers no parking itself, but a number of NCP car parks can be found nearby. Edinburgh Castle Terrace – A short climb away from the castle overhead, you’ll find 750 spaces available at Edinburgh Castle Terrace, an ideal base for the city centre, August’s festivals or the Tattoo.
Where is the car park at Castle Terrace?
Castle Terrace Car Park is located in a highly sensitive historic urban setting, which is within The Old and New Town of Edinburgh World Heritage Site (WH2) and the West End conservation area (CA8). The car park is set into the steep slope of an embankment between King’s Stables Road and the higher Castle Terrace.
What is the post code for Castle Terrace Edinburgh?
Castle Terrace, Castle Terrace, Edinburgh. The post code for your sat nav is EH1 2EW
Which is the Best Theatre in Edinburgh Castle Terrace?
Established in the 1960s, the Traverse Theatre has continually proven itself to be one of the best and most popular theatres in Scotland. Just three minutes from the Edinburgh Castle Terrace NCP car park, the theatre favours new writers and has launched the careers of a number of playwrights such as Zinnie Harris, David Greig and Rob Drummond.