Scott Monument, A Gothic Tribute to Literary Greatness

East Princes Street Gardens
The tower itself has unique architectural features
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Introduction

The Scott Monument is a Victorian Gothic memorial tower commemorating Scottish writer Walter Scott. The tower stands at a height of 200 feet 6 inches and features multiple viewing platforms at the top accessed through a narrow staircase, offering views of Edinburgh city center and the surrounding area. Climbing 287 steps to reach the highest point also earns visitors a certificate of achievement. The tower is constructed using black sandstone quarried near Ecclesmachan, which contains a bituminous component.
Address
East Princes Street Gardens
Opening hours
May/September 10:00-19:00
October-April 10:00-16:00
June-August 10:00-21:00
Transportation
Bus: Lothian Bus 10/11/12/15/15A/16/26/X26/31/X31/36/41/42/67/100 (airport bus) line; First Bus X13/X24/X29/44/X44/44B/44C/44D/X45/86/86A/124.
Phone +44 0131 529 4068

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