Princes Street Gardens
Park · New Town, Edinburgh

Princes Street Gardens

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Princes Street Gardens lies between Princes Street and the Old Town, below the castle. Lawns, paths and monuments fill the space. The Scott Monument stands in the east section and the Ross Fountain in the west.

On day 3 of Edinburgh: Weekend Escape

Good to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
1 to 2 hours
Best time
April to September for flowers and events
Getting there
Walk from Waverley station or Princes Street tram stop

Itineraries with Princes Street Gardens

Day 3 of Edinburgh: Weekend Escape

The New Town

How Princes Street Gardens fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Scottish National GalleryThe Mound
  2. 12:30Princes Street GardensNew Town
  3. 14:00Scott MonumentNew Town
  4. 16:00Calton HillNew Town
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Princes Street Gardens questions

Is Princes Street Gardens free?

Yes. Entry is free as it is a public park.

What to see in Princes Street Gardens?

The Scott Monument, Ross Fountain and views of Edinburgh Castle.

When does Princes Street Gardens open?

The park has no gates and stays open at all times.

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