Address: E. Princes St Gardens, Edinburgh, EH2 2EJ, United Kingdom
Rating: 4.7
based on 230 reviews.
Views and Location
Pros:
"Once at the top you have stunning views and if it is a clear day then they are breathtaking."
"Keep going up to the third floor and the view will be well worth the steps!"
"The views from the top are excellent as one might expect."
"Highly recommend! You can see a beautiful view of the city up there."
"We really enjoyed the views of Edinburgh."
"The views are absolutely breathtaking - pretty much the best views it's possible to get of central Edinburgh."
"On reaching the top you get some excellent views of old Edinburgh and all its skyline."
Cons:
"It is very crowded because of the festival… It can be seen from almost all parts of the city."
"now its is a guided tour at set times and not to the top floor unfortunately!"
"The monument has a specific tour time and it cannot be purchased online. Unfortunately, we need to skip this since the available time didn't match our schedule."
"Didn't go up the tower as prices seemed pretty steep but the monument was pretty impressive to look at from the ground."
"currently closed because of covid. but rated highly as I remember how much fun I had going to the top over 8 years ago. I hope it reopens soon."
"Unfortunately we couldn’t go up as it was closed due to COVID-19 which is a shame as I can only imagine stunning views from there."
"given it a 3 only due to a few years ago you could go by yourself and to the top!"
Accessibility and Experience
Pros:
"Nestled closely to the station and shopping attractions, Scott Monument is in a quite park and offers a moment of peace and serenity."
"It's only a short distance from Waverley station, so even if you're short on time I recommend seeing this."
"If you use public transport this is perfect as you have bus stops the entire length of the road, trams running around it, taxis everywhere and waverley train station below."
"Just a short walk from the Royal Mile, making it a convenient and worthwhile experience."
"Perfect for a visit between other attractions if you're a tourist. Doesn't take long, reasonably priced, and located right in Princes Street next to the train station and the main bus stops."
"If you are getting down at Edinburgh Waverley station, take the Princess street exit and walk left towards the Scott monument."
"The Waverly railway station is adjacent to the monument, so it's easy to reach here."
Cons:
"Going up the monument itself is quite claustrophobic as the whole stairwell leading up to the top is extreme narrow."
"Once you get close to the top it is very narrow, your shoulders will be touching the walls."
"Because of tight stairs etc it is limited to 12 people at a time. In peak season this means you really need to book ahead as spaces are very limited."
"If you are claustrophobic, as it gets really narrow from its half up with almost no windows or lancets."
"Climbing the Scott monument is an experience in itself and I would not recommend it for anyone claustrophobic."
"Avoid climbing it with a rucksack or any kind of luggage as you may get stuck Three Stooges style!!!"
"Parking is pretty hard due to location and expect heavy charges if you do."
Architecture and Historical Significance
Pros:
"The Scott Monument in Edinburgh is an architectural marvel that impresses with its grandeur and historical significance."
"Beautiful monument with impressive architecture."
"The Scott Monument truly immerses you in a different era, allowing you to appreciate the literary and cultural significance it holds."
"Scott's Monument is a captivating sight! The architecture is truly amazing."
"The Scottish Monument in Scotland is an impressive attraction that will impress any visitor."
"Extraordinary Victorian Gothic monument to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott."
"The Scott Monument is a stunning spire-like Victorian, Gothic architecture memorial erected in honour of the writer Sir Walter Scott."
Cons:
"Magnifient monument, the best in the city, but so poorly handled by the authorities in charge that I am giving three stars and not five."
"A rather small monument that is actually not that beautiful, and it is very dirty due to traffic pollution."
"I'm not sure why. It's a beautiful piece of gothic architecture. I havent actually walked up to the top. Maybe one day."
"It could do with a clean, the exterior is almost completely black."
"I think that the monument itself is kind on fugly. It's exactly what you'd expect for a Victorian monument big, bold, ornate and fussy."
"HOLY GAWD I WANT TO DIE. If you get claustrophobic, avoid this monument."
"Not a great place. Please avoid room 1B. Toilet and shower are external, a real privacy compromise as you walk through reception to bath or toilet. Shower cubicle is tiny."