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St Giles' Cathedral

Location Edinburgh

Historic Gothic church with medieval origins and notable architectural features including the Thistle Chapel. It has played a central role in Scottish religious and civic history. Read more…

Opening hours

Monday9:30 AM–12:00 PM, 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Tuesday9:30 AM–12:00 PM, 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Wednesday9:30 AM–12:00 PM, 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Thursday9:30 AM–12:00 PM, 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Friday9:30 AM–12:00 PM, 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Saturday9:30 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday9:30 AM–11:00 AM, 12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Tags religious site·place of worship·christian·wheelchair accessible·cathedral·church·historical·burial site·medieval·gothic architecture
 

Founded in 1124, this cathedral is a significant religious and civic site with a rich history spanning centuries. Its architecture is primarily Gothic, reflecting medieval design and later reconstructions. The cathedral is renowned for the Thistle Chapel, an intricately decorated chapel dedicated to the Order of the Thistle, Scotland's highest chivalric order.

The building has been central to Scottish religious events, including its association with the Scottish Reformation. It also houses notable stained glass windows and serves as a burial site. The cathedral remains an active place of worship within the Church of Scotland.

The site is wheelchair accessible and open to the public, providing insights into Scotland's religious heritage and architectural traditions.

More information and contact

Official Website www.stgilescathedral.org.uk
Email info@stgilescathedral.org.uk
Phone +441312260674
Address Parliament Square Edinburgh, Midlothian EH1 1RE, UK
Coordinates 55°56'58.085" N, 3°11'27.018" W
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