Holyrood Abbey was in my places to visit list ever since I saw Louis Daguerre's 'Ruins of Holyrood Chapel' at Liverpool's Walker Gallery (in fact I sat down and stared at it for hours!). So when I visited Edinburgh I had to see the Abbey. It was like walking inside the artwork itself!
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Holyrood Abbey
Canongate, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland
(Cowgate)
0131/556-5100
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The Abbey adjoins the Palace of Holyroodhouse and could easily be missed when in awe of its grander and well kept neighbour. But be sure to take the time to soak up the atmosphere and splendour of the ruins of this once great Abbey and take in the architecture that remains.
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There is so much to see and absorb when you visit Holyrood Abbey even though it is and has been a ruin for centuries. Allow plenty time to see the place well and to soak up all that it has to show you.
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sadly when we went the abbey was closed for repairs but the structure itself was visible for all to see and looked so eary
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One for a nice dry day, it is nice to wander around at your own pace and view what is left. Plaques explain what is what and there are plenty of opportunities for photos. Well laid out and easy to walk around.
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The ruins of the Abbey are still of great quality, even though its not inside. The architecture and construction of this structure are spectacular. It was amazing to see the arches and columns that were hand crafted and placed with precision , to create this beautiful place. It is well worth seeing and be sure to take your camera....
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this is a ruin, included as part of the Holyrood Palace price. Its nice enough to see for 10-20 minutes but not wouldn't say its really an attraction in its own right...
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Worth looking if just for a really interesting photo shoot spot. The remains are just fascinating to wander around.
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The ruins themselves were interesting. It would have been great to have docents in the ruins, as I certainly would have taken advantage of having someone around to ask questions of. If you visit the Holyrood Palace, then take a few minutes and visit the ruins.
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The ruins of Holyrood Abbey are located directly behind the Palace of Holyroodhouse at the eastern end of the Royal Mile. When you purchase a ticket to tour the Palace you also get to tour the Abbey. To reach the Abbey simply exit the Palace and the door leads you directly into the Abbey ruins. After visiting the ruins you...
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