Greyfriars Kirk

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26a Candlemaker Row
Edinburgh, Scotland EH1 2QQ
Founded in 1620, Greyfriars Kirk it is the first church built in post-Reformation Edinburgh. We’re open to visitors for most of the year. The interior boasts impressive stained glass windows and a magnificent pipe organ. In our museum, see an original old painting of Greyfriars Bobby and a copy of The National Covenant. The Kirkyard is famous for being the resting place of Greyfriars Bobby. Some of Scotland’s most celebrated figures, including James Hutton and Mary Erskine are also buried here. Recently, Harry Potter fans enjoy discovering the headstones of names that allegedly inspired some of JK Rowling’s famous characters. Maps of the Kirkyard are on sale in our souvenir shop during visitor opening. Experience our history, stories, traditions! We look forward to welcoming you.

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Worth a look
11/5/2024

A famous graveyard containing the Tom Riddle grave and the McGonagall grave marker so Harry Potter f...

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Charming visit
10/28/2024

Greyfriars Kirkyard is a beautiful and atmospheric spot that’s well worth a visit. The heartwarming ...

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Interesting.
10/20/2024

Really interesting and amazing monuments. The statue of Bobby is beautiful, with the begonias around...

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