St Columba's-by-the-Castle, Edinburgh

Name: St Columba's-by-the-Castle
Address: Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

#227 among attractions in Edinburgh

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St Columba's-by-the-Castle is a congregation of the Scottish Episcopal Church in central Edinburgh, Scotland. The church is located close to Edinburgh Castle, on the south slope of Castle Hill, and is protected as a category B listed building. ()

Completed: 1847 (177 years ago)Coordinates: 55°56'54"N, 3°11'44"W

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Johnston TerraceOld Town (Grassmarket)Edinburgh United Kingdom

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St Columba's-by-the-Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Greyfriars Kirkyard, Gladstone's Land, Castle Rock, Scottish National War Memorial.

~780 ftSE
Reportedly haunted, Cemetery
Greyfriars Kirkyard, Edinburgh
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's bustling Old Town lies Greyfriars Kirkyard, a historic cemetery that is as rich in history as it is in atmosphere. Established in the late 16th century, this graveyard is renowned for its connection to the city's past and its...
~550 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Gladstone's Land, Edinburgh
3 min walk • Stepping into Gladstone's Land is like traveling back in time through the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. This historic tenement, managed by the National Trust for Scotland, offers a vivid glimpse into 17th-century city life.
~690 ftW
Natural attraction, Geologic formation, Volcano
Castle Rock, Edinburgh
4 min walk • Castle Rock, an ancient volcanic rock formation, stands as the historic heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. This imposing crag, which erupts from the city's skyline, has been a strategic military stronghold for centuries and is now home to Edinburgh's most iconic...
~890 ftW
Memorial, Memorial site
Scottish National War Memorial, Edinburgh
5 min walk • The Scottish National War Memorial stands as a solemn tribute to the fallen soldiers of Scotland, honoring those who gave their lives in conflicts from World War I onwards. Located within the imposing Edinburgh Castle, which sits atop Castle Rock overlooking the city...
~290 ftNW
Memorial
Witches' Well, Edinburgh
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~830 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Museum on the Mound, Edinburgh
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Scotland's historic capital, the Museum on the Mound stands as a testament to Edinburgh's rich cultural tapestry. Located within the iconic headquarters of the Bank of Scotland, this unique museum takes visitors on an enlightening journey...
~260 ftN
Science museum, Observation decks and towers, Museum
Camera Obscura, Edinburgh
2 min walk • Perched high on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, the Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is a unique attraction that offers visitors an enchanting experience blending history, science, and amusement. Established in the 19th century, this fascinating venue houses a delightful...
~780 ftE
Dancing, Nightlife
Subway Cowgate, Edinburgh
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~820 ftS
City wall, Historical place
Flodden Wall, Edinburgh
4 min walk • There have been several town walls around Edinburgh, Scotland, since the 12th century. Some form of wall probably existed from the foundation of the royal burgh in around 1125, though the first building is recorded in the mid-15th century, when the King's Wall was constructed.
~810 ftNE
Street
Royal Mile, Edinburgh
4 min walk • The Royal Mile is a succession of streets forming the main thoroughfare of the Old Town of the city of Edinburgh in Scotland. The term was first used descriptively in W M Gilbert's Edinburgh in the Nineteenth Century, "...with its Castle and Palace and the royal mile between"...
~420 ftNE
Church
Quaker Meeting House, Edinburgh
3 min walk • The Quaker Meeting House, Edinburgh is a Category B listed building in Edinburgh, Scotland, situated on Victoria Terrace in the city's Old Town. It is the central meeting house for members of the Quakers in Edinburgh. There is also another Quaker meeting held in the Open Door cafe in Morningside in the south of the city.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St Columba's-by-the-Castle?

Nearby attractions include Scotch Whisky Experience, Edinburgh (1 min walk), The Hub, Edinburgh (1 min walk), Camera Obscura, Edinburgh (2 min walk), Grassmarket, Edinburgh (2 min walk).

How to get to St Columba's-by-the-Castle by public transport?

The nearest stations to St Columba's-by-the-Castle:

Bus

Victoria Street • Lines: 23, 27, 41 (4 min walk)
Chambers Street • Lines: 41 (6 min walk)

Tram

Princes Street • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (7 min walk)
St Andrew Square • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (12 min walk)

Train

Edinburgh Waverley (9 min walk)
Haymarket (24 min walk)