The Scott Monument is a Victorian Gothic monument to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott. The tower is 200 feet 6 inches (61.11 m) high, built from Binny …
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Mar 13, 2025
Visited this today. It is certainly worth taking a tour if you’re in Edinburgh. The guides were friendly and very knowledgeable. It’s quite a climb to the top but the views from the top are excellent.Full review by stbUk
Mar 8, 2025
The historical balearic buildings and parks with trees of different hues colour really make my Edinburgh trip memorable. It is so different from other cities I have visited. I am glad that I visit…Full review by Wei Chong E
Mar 4, 2025
I’ve tried to visit this monument 3 times, whenever I’m in Edinburgh. Different months, different times of day, there’s never anyone there.Full review by Ruth B
Good Evening! Does anyone know if the "Banksy" sculpture is still near the Scott Monument? I read that it appeared in February 2017- wondering if we can see it when we are there in December 2017. Thank you!
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I am not aware of any Banksy artwork near this monument. If I knew what it looked like then maybe I could say whether I've seen it recently......
Can you tell me what the admission fee is please? Thanks.
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hi entrance is £5 see info below. There are 287 steps to the top of the Scott Monument, from where you can enjoy breathtaking views of Edinburgh and the surrounding countryside. Find …
hi entrance is £5 see info below. There are 287 steps to the top of the Scott Monument, from where you can enjoy breathtaking views of Edinburgh and the surrounding countryside. Find out about Sir Walter Scott and the monument in the museum room. During adverse weather conditions (high winds especially) please check our Twitter feed @EdinCulture before travelling as the monument may be closed at short notice for safety reasons.
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