Royal Mile

One of the Most Revieweds in Edinburgh Castle An 11th-century castle and barracks housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum of Scotland. National museum Bright, modern museum housing Scottish industrial history relics, natural history displays & a cafe. Botanical garden Manicured 70-acre gardens with palm house and temporary exhibitions, kids' events, tours and cafes. Castle The 16th-century palace of the Stuarts, with tours of royal reception rooms, antiques & relics. Historical landmark Walking tours through the maze of hidden streets below the city, with tales by costumed guides.