Canongate Tolbooth, Edinburgh

Name: Canongate Tolbooth
Address: 167 Canongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8BN, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 131 629 4500

#258 among attractions in Edinburgh

Prison, Bars and clubs, Nightlife, Pub

Gallery (3)

Map

Gallery

Facts and practical information

Canongate Tolbooth is a historic landmark of the Old Town area of Edinburgh, built in 1591 as a tolbooth, that is, the centre of administration and justice of the then separate burgh of the Canongate which was outside the Edinburgh town walls. It ceased to be a municipal building in 1856 and it is now occupied by The People's Story Museum and is protected as a category A listed building. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 55°57'5"N, 3°10'48"W

Address

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

Contact

+44 131 629 4500

Website

Social media

Add

Edinburgh

Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Collective, Queen's Gallery, The Scottish Parliament, John Knox House.

~1420 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.
~1320 ftE
Museum, Gothic Revival architecture, Art museum
Queen's Gallery, Edinburgh
7 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...
~1150 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...
~1090 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...
~1230 ftN
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...
~1190 ftE
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...
~1180 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...
~1470 ftNW
Observatories and planetariums
City Observatory, Edinburgh
8 min walk • The City Observatory was an astronomical observatory on Calton Hill in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is also known as the Calton Hill Observatory.
~130 ftNE
Church, Shopping
Canongate Kirk, Edinburgh
1 min walk • 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.
~1210 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum
Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh
6 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.
~1040 ftNE
Memorial
New Calton Burial Ground, Edinburgh
6 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)

When is Canongate Tolbooth open?

Canongate Tolbooth is open:

Monday 11:30 am - 10 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am - 10 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am - 10 pm
Thursday 11:30 am - 11 pm
Friday 11:30 am - 12 am
Saturday 11 am - 1 am
Sunday 12:30 pm - 11 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Canongate Tolbooth?

Nearby attractions include The People's Story Museum, Edinburgh (1 min walk), Museum of Edinburgh, Edinburgh (1 min walk), Canongate Kirk, Edinburgh (1 min walk), Canongate Kirkyard, Edinburgh (2 min walk).

How to get to Canongate Tolbooth by public transport?

The nearest stations to Canongate Tolbooth:

Bus

Regent Terrace • Lines: 124, X5 (4 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 (18 min walk)