Old Saint Paul's, Edinburgh

Name: Old Saint Paul's
Address: 63 Jeffrey Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1DH, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 131 556 3332

#138 among attractions in Edinburgh

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Old Saint Paul's is an historic church of the Scottish Episcopal Church in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town in Scotland. It is one of the original congregations of the Scottish Episcopal Church, part of the Anglican Communion, which evolved with the adoption of Presbyterian governance by the established Church of Scotland. ()

Coordinates: 55°57'4"N, 3°11'14"W

Address

63 Jeffrey StreetOld Town (Waverley Station)Edinburgh EH1 1DH United Kingdom

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+44 131 556 3332

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Old Saint Paul's – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Waverley Mall, Cockburn Street, St Giles' Cathedral, John Knox House.

~980 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Waverley Mall, Edinburgh
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Scotland's historic capital, Waverley Mall presents a unique shopping experience amidst Edinburgh's bustling city life. Conveniently situated next to Waverley Station, this shopping centre offers a diverse range of retail outlets, catering...
~450 ftW
Shopping, Shopping district
Cockburn Street, Edinburgh
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, Cockburn Street is a vibrant and picturesque shopping district that offers a unique blend of historical charm and contemporary retail experience. This winding, cobbled street, which slopes steeply down from the Royal Mile...
~950 ftSW
Iconic Presbyterian place of worship
St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
5 min walk • St Giles' Cathedral, often referred to as the High Kirk of Edinburgh, stands as a venerable beacon of Scotland's ecclesiastical history, nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. This majestic church, with its distinctive crown steeple piercing the skyline, is not...
~440 ftE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
John Knox House, Edinburgh
3 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...
~910 ftSW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Thistle Chapel, Edinburgh
5 min walk • Nestled within the historic walls of St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh, Thistle Chapel stands as a stunning example of Gothic architecture and Scottish tradition. This intimate chapel, an addition to the cathedral completed in 1911, is the spiritual home of The Most...
~430 ftW
Museum, Art museum
City Art Centre, Edinburgh
3 min walk • The City Art Centre is part of the Museums & Galleries Edinburgh, which sits under the Culture directorate of the City of Edinburgh Council.
~770 ftW
Game and entertainment center, Concerts and shows, Entertainment
Edinburgh Dungeon, Edinburgh
4 min walk • The Edinburgh Dungeon is an underground tourist attraction in Edinburgh's city centre, on East Market Street, which uses live actor shows and interactive rides to show various historical events from Scottish history in a scary fun style, with audience interaction and special effects, theatrical sets and performance.
~450 ftNW
Bridge
North Bridge, Edinburgh
3 min walk • North Bridge is a road bridge and street in Edinburgh linking the High Street with Princes Street, and the Old Town with the New Town. The current bridge was built between 1894 and 1897. A previous North Bridge, built between 1763 and 1772, stood until 1896.
~740 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum
St Cecilia's Hall, Edinburgh
4 min walk • St Cecilia's Hall is a small concert hall and museum in the city of Edinburgh, Scotland, in the United Kingdom. It is on the corner of Niddry Street and the Cowgate, about 168 metres south of the Royal Mile. The hall dates from 1763 and was the first purpose-built concert hall in Scotland. It is a Category A listed building.
~780 ftSW
Haunted tours through now-hidden alleys
Mary King's Close, Edinburgh
4 min walk • Mary King's Close is a historic close located under buildings on the Royal Mile, in the historic Old Town area of Edinburgh, Scotland. It took its name from one Mary King, a merchant burgess who resided on the Close in the 17th century.
~1040 ftW
Bridge
Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh
6 min walk • Waverley Bridge is a road bridge in Edinburgh linking Market Street in the Old Town with Princes Street in the New Town. The bridge forms part of the roof of Edinburgh Waverley station and marks the eastern boundary of Princes Street Gardens.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Old Saint Paul's open?

Old Saint Paul's is open:

Monday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday 8 am - 7:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Old Saint Paul's?

Nearby attractions include White Horse Close, Edinburgh (1 min walk), Carrubbers Christian Centre, Edinburgh (2 min walk), Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh (2 min walk), City Art Centre, Edinburgh (3 min walk).

How to get to Old Saint Paul's by public transport?

The nearest stations to Old Saint Paul's:

Bus

North Bridge • Lines: 14, 29, 3, 31, 37, 49, 51, 7, 8 (3 min walk)
South Bridge • Lines: 29, 3, 31, 37, 49, 51 (4 min walk)

Train

Edinburgh Waverley (4 min walk)

Tram

St Andrew Square • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (9 min walk)
Princes Street • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (11 min walk)