What’s On? Your Go-to Guide for Edinburgh in October 2024
WEB1 day ago · On the night of the 31st of October Edinburgh’s biggest park, Holyrood Park, comes to life. People dress as otherworldly creatures and reenact ancient rituals with fire, dance, aerobics, drumming and theatre. This is perhaps one of the most unique ways to celebrate the end of October and the coming of winter.
When the Jacobites took over the Palace of Holyroodhouse - The …
WEBJul 25, 2017 · Detail from Pettie's 'Bonnie Prince Charlie Enters the Ballroom at Holyrood House' which was painted around 150 years after his time in Edinburgh.
The History of Abbey Strand - Royal Collection Trust
WEBFor hundreds of years, some of Edinburgh's most colourful characters have passed through the doors of the Abbey Strand buildings - from medieval monks and royal courtiers to brewers, as well as debtors hiding from the law. The Abbey Strand is the small area around the Palace of Holyroodhouse leading up to the Palace gate.
The King's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse - Royal Collection Trust
WEBThe Queen’s Gallery has now become The King’s Gallery. See changing exhibitions from the Royal Collection, featuring old master paintings, rare furniture, decorative arts and images from the vast photograph collection.
A helpful guide to visiting the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh
WEBJul 4, 2019 · Inside Holyrood Palace. When you visit the Palace there are a few things to do but the main attraction is the tour of the inside of the building. You can see the staterooms, galleries and the oldest part of the palace where Mary, Queen of Scots stayed.
The Ruins of Holyrood Chapel - Wikipedia
WEBThe Ruins of Holyrood Chapel is an oil on canvas painting of the Holyrood Abbey completed around 1824 by the French artist Louis Daguerre. The painting measures 211 × 256.3 cm (83.1 × 100.9 in), and is exhibited at the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool, England. The museum acquired it in 1864.
Palace of Holyroodhouse - Royal Collection Trust
WEBThe King's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse. Official site for the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, the official residence of His Majesty The King in Scotland. Book tickets and find out more about visiting.
History Bite: The Holyrood Palace Fountain - An Historian …
WEBJan 9, 2019 · Quieter than some of it’s European brethren, Edinburgh is steeped in history, covered in gorgeous buildings, and has more twists and turns to discover than anywhere else. Holyroodhouse Palace, aka Holyrood, is my favourite spot in Edinburgh.
Holyrood Palace Visitor Guide | Edinburgh Old Town - Out …
WEBThe palace offers lots of activities to visitors, including viewing the Throne Room and the Great Gallery, as well as exploring the ruins of Holyrood Abbey and the beautiful palace gardens. There’s also an excellent café, a superb gift shop, and an exhibition of master paintings in the Queen’s Gallery.
Mary, Queen of Scots and The Palace of Holyroodhouse: …
WEBJan 19, 2019 · Uncover the human side of Mary, Queen of Scots at The Palace of Holyroodhouse. Step into her world of drama, intrigue, and melancholy.