Sights · Our pick in Edinburgh
Craigmillar Castle
Historic Environment Scotland
About Craigmillar Castle
Craigmillar Castle is a tower-house castle in Edinburgh with links to Mary Queen of Scots, run by Historic Environment Scotland.
Why it's on our list
- Mary Queen of Scots
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Craigmillar Castle before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from Craigmillar Castle are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 14 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Arthur’s Seat2.4 kmWalk 30 minCycle 10 minCar or taxi 12 min
- Holyroodhouse3.6 kmWalk 45 minCycle 15 minCar or taxi 15 min
- National Museum3.8 kmCycle 16 minCar or taxi 15 min
- St Giles’ Cathedral4.1 kmCycle 18 minCar or taxi 16 min
- Edinburgh Castle4.5 kmCycle 19 minCar or taxi 17 min
- Royal Botanic Garden6.1 kmCycle 26 minCar or taxi 22 min
- Britannia6.7 kmCycle 29 minCar or taxi 23 min
- Edinburgh Airport14 kmCar or taxi 43 min
Main railway stations
- Edinburgh Waverley4.3 kmCycle 18 minCar or taxi 17 min
- Haymarket5.4 kmCycle 23 minCar or taxi 20 min