Meadowbank Stadium, Edinburgh

Name: Meadowbank Stadium
Address: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Telephone: +440 131 661 5351

#450 among attractions in Edinburgh

Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums

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Meadowbank Stadium is a multi-purpose sports facility located in the Meadowbank area of Edinburgh, Scotland. Built on the site of the earlier New Meadowbank and Old Meadowbank sports venues, it was originally built to host the 1970 Commonwealth Games. It also hosted the Games in 1986, becoming the first venue to host the Games twice. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1970 (54 years ago)Coordinates: 55°57'25"N, 3°9'31"W

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MeadowbankEdinburgh United Kingdom

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+440 131 661 5351

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Meadowbank Stadium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palace of Holyroodhouse, Easter Road Stadium, Queen's Gallery, The Scottish Parliament.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Meadowbank Stadium?

Nearby attractions include The Salt Cave, Edinburgh (3 min walk), Ss Ninian and Triduana's Church, Edinburgh (6 min walk), Holyrood Abbey Church, Edinburgh (6 min walk), Lochend Castle, Edinburgh (7 min walk).

How to get to Meadowbank Stadium by public transport?

The nearest stations to Meadowbank Stadium:

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Wishaw Terrace • Lines: 124, 26, 4, 44 (3 min walk)
Meadowbank Stadium • Lines: 124, 26, 4, 44 (3 min walk)