Princes Street Gardens

A stunning, well maintained garden with the most amazing fountain. The whole thing just took my breath away, and the gardens ended up being my favourite part of our day trip to Edinburgh. I was in awe of the fountain, and the view of the castle is the cherry on top of the whole experience. I would definitely recommend a walk through the park if you're in Edinburgh. It's great whether you're just passing through and having a fifteen minute stroll, or spending hours in the sun with a good book!

This is a beautiful public park that has several monuments and attractions like the Scott Monument, Ross Fountain, and Floral Clock. It had a wonderful view of the castle. We visited Edinburgh during a weekday in June and there was an event.

I loved the place. It's very spacious, great for walking and exercising, clean and tidy, and teeming with tourists. It has very ancient ruins. I didn't feel the time pass as I walked around and explored. What I liked most was the lake and its waters, and the weather was perfect for staying outside for a longer period.

Princes Street Gardens is a beautiful green space right in the heart of the city. It's the perfect place to relax, take a walk, or enjoy a picnic with a stunning view of Edinburgh Castle above. The contrast between the peaceful gardens and the dramatic castle backdrop makes it a truly special spot. Whether you're taking a break from sightseeing or just enjoying some fresh air, this place is well worth a visit.

A picturesque green haven in the heart of Edinburgh Princes Street Gardens is an absolute delight—lush, well-kept gardens nestled right beneath Edinburgh Castle, offering a peaceful escape from the bustling Royal Mile. Great walking paths, manicured flower beds, and plenty of benches make it a perfect spot to relax, enjoy a picnic, or take stunning photos of the Castle towering above. I visited on a sunny afternoon in June, and the gardens were vibrant and full of life. Kids were playing by the fountain, artists were sketching the scenery, and groups of tourists were soaking in the view. The public facilities were clean and accessible, and there’s even a charming little café nearby for a coffee or light bite. Whether you're looking for a quiet moment with nature or a scenic backdrop for your Edinburgh adventure, Princes Street Gardens absolutely delivers. A must-visit for residents and tourists alike!

Nice park, lots of friendly seagulls that will take care of your calorie intake, leaving you away from all fatty food. Some good boys may appear in the foutain area as well.

A beautiful garden to walk through, sit and enjoy the sun, take in the castle views, picnic, or otherwise enjoy. Lots of unique things to see throughout the park - something lovely around every corner!

I loved the energy of Princes Street. It's the perfect mix of shopping, history, and scenery. On one side, you’ve got all the major stores, and on the other, beautiful gardens with views of Edinburgh Castle—such a stunning contrast. I enjoyed a relaxing walk through the gardens and grabbed a quick coffee with a view. It’s a great place to soak in the city vibe while being surrounded by history.

I LOVED this park. So lush, stunning statues, colorful flowers, great views of Edinburgh Castle, a big beautiful fountain and a lot of walking trails right alongside Princess Street.

Ross Fountain is such a beautiful cast iron structure water fountain located in Princes Street Garden overlooked Edinburgh Castle. It was installed in 1872 and restored in 2018. It can get crowded since everyone wanted to take photos with the fountain, but if you're patient you can get an amazing photo of the fountain with the Edinburgh castle in the background. You can also get food/drink from Pavilion Cafe Bar and sit down to eat while enjoying this gorgeous view.

What a cute little park! Easy walkway with beautiful budding plants (end of March, beginning of spring). You can see the Edinburgh castle and beautiful Gothic buildings all around since the park is on lower ground compared to the rest of the city. The famous picturesque Ross Fountain lives in this park. Highly recommended!

A beautiful, sprawling oasis in the middle of the city. The gardens here are lush and full of life. I was actually kind of dumbfounded when we rounded the corner and went down the stairs to enter. I wasn't expecting it to be so beautiful. In all honesty, we were more here for Wotjek the soldier bear's memorial statue than to visit a park but it was so nice, we found a place to just sit and people watch in the shade. After visiting Wotjek, we went to see Ross Fountain and had a snack in the area with food carts and picnic tables. This park seems like a fun place to hang out for lunch or to meet friends. I'm sure that they do concerts and all that as well, as I saw the staging for it.

First of all the Clock was the must amazing thing of all. Just gorgeous, could have gazed at it all day. I have no idea how they made this but it's fabulous. We also loved the fountain.

What a nice park to walk through. There was plenty of green everywhere and many shady spot to sit at. Many people actually were relaxing or sleeping under trees. There were many pretty flowers to look at and some of the trees had plaques talking about they were donated by someone or has some meaning. There are a few statues to look at as well. This park also had a few places you can stop by to get a drink at eat. They were mainly around this fountain I found, which looked cool. The day was perfect temperature to enjoy walking around and explore or just take a rest. A place I would recommend for a stroll or to even eat (just be careful on the birds people feed them).

Princes Street Gardens are two adjacent public parks in the heart of Edinburgh. These gardens were created in 1820 following the development of New Town and after the draining of the Nor Loch. Surrounded by many of Edinburgh's popular attractions, it's situated in the shadows of Edinburgh Castle and separates the Old Town from the New Town. One of the most notable attractions is the Scott Monument, a Neo-Gothic spire built in 1844 to honour Sir Walter Scott; a Scottish novelist, poet, playwright, and historian. Definitely not to be missed; it's huge and can seen from many different vantage points of the city. On the west end of Princes Street Gardens, you'll find the Ross Fountain, which was refurbished in 2018. There's also food stands and picnic tables to enjoy your food. My son's favorite part about visiting the gardens and Edinburgh in general was probably the playground here. It's the perfect place to have the kiddos run around and enjoy and get a bit of a break from all the sightseeing. It's a great place to relax and take a breather in the midst of this bustling city! I really enjoyed admiring Edinburgh Castle from below. It's beautiful here.

An oasis of tranquility and reflection in the middle of a bustling city. I've been coming here for about 40 years and it never ceases to amaze me how well the Scots take care of their gardens - even in the middle of a busy city. The Princes Street Gardens sit just below busy Princes Street with lots of bus and taxi traffic. Stepping down into this oasis of peace and quiet is a blessing in disguise. There is history here and a beautiful view. There is a monument to the efforts of Polish citizens. There are benches to sit down, relax and reflect on a busy day. There is an easy way out, and there is a meandering walk to the castle (closed because of work on the bridge one has to cross when I was there in May '19). Highly recommended.

Nice place in between old and new towns of Edinburgh is great to come relax, people watch and take in the beautiful scenery and city scape from below. The park is on three tiers with the lush lower and uppper levels. Really like coming to this park and recommend visiting if you're going to vacation here.

A wonderful little escape in the heart of the city. Located between old and new towns at the base of the castle this little park is a great place to escape the tourist of the royal mile and the buses of princeses street. When the sun is out, it is a great place to catch the rays with all the locals. It is also a cultural hub so you will often find festivals and markets pop up in the many corners of the garden.