Church of Scotland
Discover 1,000 years of history in the heart of Edinburgh.
Founded in the 1120s, St Giles' was the church of John Knox during the Reformation and is often referred to as the 'Cradle of Presbyterianism'. Highlights of a visit include our beautiful stained glass windows. The impressive Rieger organ was installed in 1992 and the famous Thistle Chapel, home of the Knights of the Order of the Thistle, Scotland's great order of chivalry designed by Robert Lorimer for the Order of the Thistle, was added in 1911
St Giles' is situated on the historic Royal Mile, halfway between Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Volunteer guides are available to welcome visitors, answer questions and conduct guided tours on request.
Service Times
We have a short daily service at 12 noon Mon-Sat and services of Holy Communion at 8am on Wed and Fri and at 6pm on Saturdays. On Sundays, our service times are as follows:
8.00 am Morning Service ( Holy Communion )
10.00 am Morning Service ( Choir, Sermon, Holy Communion )
11.30 am Morning Service ( Choir, Sermon )
6.00 pm St. Giles at Six ( Programme of music and/or address )
8.00 pm Evening Service ( Holy Communion on last Sunday of month )
Music & Events
The Cathedral hosts an extensive programme of musical events throughout the year, many of which are free to attend. Our St Giles' at Six recitals series takes place every Sunday at 6pm. There are organ recitals on Thursday lunchtimes in April-June and Sept-Oct and on Wednesday evenings in July. There are also regular free lunchtime concerts throughout the summer. Please contact us for details or visit our website at www.stgilescathedral.org.uk.
Cathedral Shop & Restaurant
The Cathedral shop stocks a wide variety of attractive souvenirs, gifts, books and CDs, including a specialist range relating to the Cathedral itself. It is open Mon-Fri 10am - 4pm and Sat 10.30am - 4pm (later in summer).
| Open All Year |
|---|
| 2013 Opening Times (01/01/2013 - 31/12/2013) |
|---|
Euro Hostel Edinburgh Halls is open from June 11th until September 5th, 2010.
This comfortable and newly refurbished (2008) self catering holiday apartment is situated in a...
Edinburgh Accommodation - Roayal Mile Apartments has a choice of six apartments based in the heart...
2 Night Military Tattoo Package staying at the 3* Motel One located just off the Royal Mile in a...
Paradise Penthouse, situated just off the Royal Mile in the heart of Edinburghs historic Old Town,...
The trendsetting hotel concept of "Great Design for Little Money" is an exciting addition to...
With the prime location at the corner of George IV Bridge & the Royal Mile, just steps from...
A luxury first floor flat overlooking the centre of the Royal Mile, in the heart of Edinburgh's...
Welcome to the Grassmarket Hotel. The newly refurbished Grassmarket Hotel is the perfect choice...
This second floor Victorian apartment has been refurbished to the highest standard.
Welcome to Harrison Flat - Gladstone's Land
Welcome to Gladstone Flat - Gladstone's land
This Edinburgh youth hostel is any backpackers dream.
Large Funky Friendly City Centre Hostel :AWESOME LOCATION....FREE WIFI..FREE CITY TOUR..FREE PUB...
The Scotsman has been converted from the Scotsman Newspaper's baronial offices into one of the most...
A charming first floor apartment in a former 18th century coaching inn restored by a conservation...
A beautiful spacious apartment in the heart of the historic Old Town.
EdinburghCentralLets.co.uk
A wonderful place for meeting friends or just sitting to soak-up the atmosphere in Edinburgh is the...
The Bank Hotel located on The Royal Mile in the heart of the city centre, offers an alternative...
This 3rd floor apartment (accessed through a spiral staircase) is located in Edinburgh's famous...
Beautiful selfcatering apartment for two on the vibrant Grassmarket, in the heart of Edinburgh's...
Picture fourteen sensitively converted spaces, like a Georgian townhouse, a brewery, or a hospital,...
From £319 Per Person, treat yourself to a wonderful break in the Scottish capital during the famous...
Fantastically located apartment where you will be neighbours to some of Edinburgh's top hotels -...
• living room, separate kitchen, bedroom, shower-room• sleeps up to three people: bedroom with...
Located in the heart of the city centre on the historic Royal Mile, half way between Edinburgh...
From £264 Per Person, treat yourself to a wonderful break in the Scottish capital during the famous...
An iconic luxury 5 star hotel in the heart of Edinburgh offering stylish rooms, signature...
A city centre hotel based on Princes Street in Edinburgh which is easily accessible by train and...
For Accommodation and information, please call:
Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
Closed on Saturday & Sunday
*Calls may be recorded
Build your own itineraries by clicking the 'add to shortlist' button to add an item to your Itinerary basket.