Royal Commonwealth Pool, Edinburgh

Name: Royal Commonwealth Pool
Address: 21 Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5BB, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 131 667 7211

#58 among attractions in Edinburgh

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The Royal Commonwealth Pool is a category-A-listed building in Edinburgh that houses one of Scotland's main swimming pools. It is usually referred to simply as the Commonwealth Pool and known colloquially as the 'Commie'. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1970 (54 years ago)Architectural style: ModernCoordinates: 55°56'20"N, 3°10'22"W

Address

21 Dalkeith RoadPrestonfieldEdinburgh EH16 5BB United Kingdom

Contact

+44 131 667 7211

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Royal Commonwealth Pool – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Arthur's Seat, Holyrood Park, The Meadows, Surgeons' Hall Museums.

0.6 miNE
Peak known for hiking and sightseeing
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Skyline walks to Arthur's Seat
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0.7 miW
Park
The Meadows, Edinburgh
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0.7 miNW
Museum, Science museum, History museum
Surgeons' Hall Museums, Edinburgh
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Mosque, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
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Nightlife, Music and shows, Theater
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Reportedly haunted, Theater, Concerts and shows
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Memorial
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Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Theater
Reid Concert Hall, Edinburgh
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Church
St Catherine's Argyle Church, Edinburgh
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Royal Commonwealth Pool?

Nearby attractions include Edinburgh Synagogue, Edinburgh (3 min walk), East Preston Street Burial Ground, Edinburgh (3 min walk), St Columba's Catholic Church, Edinburgh (8 min walk), The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh (10 min walk).

How to get to Royal Commonwealth Pool by public transport?

The nearest stations to Royal Commonwealth Pool:

Bus

Royal Commonwealth Pool • Lines: 51 (2 min walk)
Marchhall Place • Lines: 51 (5 min walk)

Train

Edinburgh Waverley (29 min walk)

Tram

Princes Street • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (34 min walk)
St Andrew Square • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (34 min walk)