Ross Fountain, Edinburgh

Name: Ross Fountain
Address: Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

#54 among attractions in Edinburgh

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Facts and practical information

Ross Fountain is a cast-iron structure located in West Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh. It was installed in 1872 and restored in 2018. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 55°57'0"N, 3°12'11"W

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Princes Street GardensOld Town (Edinburgh Castle)Edinburgh United Kingdom

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Ross Fountain – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Princes Street, Edinburgh Castle, George Street, Princes Street Gardens.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ross Fountain?

Nearby attractions include Scottish American Memorial, Edinburgh (2 min walk), St Cuthbert's Church, Edinburgh (3 min walk), Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh (3 min walk), National War Museum, Edinburgh (3 min walk).

How to get to Ross Fountain by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ross Fountain:

Bus

Princes Street • Lines: 1, 10, 100, 104, 11, 113, 12, 124, 16, 19, 22, 25, 26, 3, 31, 37, 4, 41, 43, 44, X5 (4 min walk)
Lothian Road • Lines: 1, 10, 11, 124, 16, 22, 36, 47, X5 (4 min walk)

Tram

Princes Street • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (6 min walk)
West End • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (9 min walk)

Train

Edinburgh Waverley (13 min walk)
Haymarket (18 min walk)