Canongate Kirk, Edinburgh

Name: Canongate Kirk
Address: 153 Canongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8BN, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 131 557 2967

#83 among attractions in Edinburgh

Church, Gift shop, Shopping

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Facts and practical information

The Kirk of the Canongate, or Canongate Kirk, serves the Parish of Canongate in Edinburgh's Old Town, in Scotland. It is a congregation of the Church of Scotland. The parish includes the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament. It is also the parish church of Edinburgh Castle, even though the castle is detached from the rest of the parish. The wedding of Zara Phillips, the Queen's granddaughter, and former England rugby captain Mike Tindall took place at the church on 30 July 2011. The Queen sometimes attends services in the church when she visits Edinburgh. ()

Coordinates: 55°57'6"N, 3°10'47"W

Address

153 CanongateOld Town (Canongate)Edinburgh EH8 8BN United Kingdom

Contact

+44 131 557 2967

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Day trips

Canongate Kirk – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Calton Hill, Collective, Queen's Gallery, The Scottish Parliament.

~1490 ftN
Views, gay bars and Edinburgh Playhouse
Calton Hill, Edinburgh
8 min walk • Perched atop its namesake mound, Calton Hill is a verdant oasis in the heart of Edinburgh, offering both locals and tourists a serene park environment and an unparalleled vantage point over Scotland's capital. This historic hill, crowned with iconic monuments...
~1360 ftNW
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Collective, Edinburgh
7 min walk • Collective is a contemporary art institution located in the heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Nestled atop Calton Hill, this museum is not only a destination for art enthusiasts but also offers panoramic views of the city.
~1210 ftE
Museum, Gothic Revival architecture, Art museum
Queen's Gallery, Edinburgh
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Scotland's capital, the Queen's Gallery in Edinburgh is a treasure trove of art within the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse complex. This elegant space, established in 2002 to mark the Golden Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, showcases an array of...
~1060 ftE
Striking modern government building
The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh
6 min walk • The Scottish Parliament, nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's historic landscape, is an emblem of Scottish democracy and architectural innovation. Opened in 2004, this distinctive building is situated at the foot of the Royal Mile, adjacent to the royal residence of...
~1200 ftW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
John Knox House, Edinburgh
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile, the John Knox House is a remarkable museum that offers a glimpse into the turbulent times of the 16th century Scotland. This beautifully preserved medieval building is reputed to have been the home of the...
~1150 ftNW
Memorial, Monuments and statues
National Monument of Scotland, Edinburgh
6 min walk • The National Monument of Scotland stands proudly atop Calton Hill in Edinburgh, a poignant tribute to the Scottish soldiers and sailors who gave their lives during the Napoleonic Wars. This striking memorial, designed to echo the Parthenon in Athens, symbolizes...
~1160 ftSE
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
6 min walk • Dynamic Earth is a cutting-edge museum located in the heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom, offering a unique journey through the history of our planet. Opened in 1999, this distinctive attraction is housed in a tent-like structure at the foot of the iconic Arthur's Seat...
~1130 ftNW
Tower, Memorial, Monuments and statues
Nelson Monument, Edinburgh
6 min walk • The Nelson Monument is a prominent historical landmark that towers over the city of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Erected in honor of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson, one of Britain's most revered naval figures, the monument commemorates his victory and death at the Battle of...
~1410 ftNW
Observatories and planetariums
City Observatory, Edinburgh
7 min walk • The City Observatory was an astronomical observatory on Calton Hill in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is also known as the Calton Hill Observatory.
~1320 ftSW
Museum, Specialty museum
Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh
7 min walk • The Museum of Childhood is a museum which houses a collection of children's toys and playthings, situated on the Royal Mile, in Edinburgh, Scotland. It was the first museum in the world to specialise in the history of childhood.
~910 ftNE
Memorial
New Calton Burial Ground, Edinburgh
5 min walk • New Calton Burial Ground is a burial ground in Edinburgh. It was built as an overspill and functional replacement to Old Calton Burial Ground and lies half a mile to its east on Regent Road in Edinburgh, Scotland, on the south-east slopes of Calton Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Canongate Kirk?

Nearby attractions include Canongate Kirkyard, Edinburgh (1 min walk), The People's Story Museum, Edinburgh (1 min walk), Canongate Tolbooth, Edinburgh (1 min walk), Museum of Edinburgh, Edinburgh (1 min walk).

How to get to Canongate Kirk by public transport?

The nearest stations to Canongate Kirk:

Bus

Regent Terrace • Lines: 124, X5 (3 min walk)
St Andrews House • Lines: 124, X5 (6 min walk)

Train

Edinburgh Waverley (11 min walk)

Tram

St Andrew Square • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (14 min walk)
Princes Street • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (19 min walk)