we started our day to explore Edinburgh city and this was our first stop. we stayed at 'Britannia…read moreHotel Edinburgh' and it was on the way to tram station. St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral sits at the west end of Palmerston Place, a wide attractive Edinburgh New Town thoroughfare named after Viscount Palmerston, a former prime minister, and University of Edinburgh graduate who died in 1865. Building has three tall spires which reach up over the city skyline, meaning that the cathedral can be seen from a variety of viewpoints and outlooks in the city. But the building itself is often overlooked by visitors, perhaps because it's a little further from the traditional tourism area of the Old Town. The central spire of Scott's church is 90m tall, making it the tallest structure in Edinburgh city centre, and the two shorter spires added to the western end of the building later became known locally as Barbara and Mary, after the Walker sisters themselves.

We chanced upon this magnificent cathedral while walking around Edinburgh. It is stunning both on…read morethe inside and outside. Check out the pictures.

If you are on the main strip, walking towards the Castle and you don't stop in here, you are simply…read moremissing out. It's beautiful goth struck may spook you from the outside, but as soon as you walk in you are welcomed by all the colorful stain glass windows. Each window depicts an event from the Bible, all through the church. As you walk around, you notice all the carvings and little details that make this Church so warm and welcoming. Not to mention the innate history it carries within itself.

Another must-visit location in Old Town Edinburgh - we stopped by after visiting the Castle and had…read morea magical experience. While walking along the aisles and pews and enjoying the stained glass windows, exceptional masonry, gothic architecture and the magnificent vaulted Scottish blue ceiling, the most haunting melodies floated towards us from the far end of the cathedral. It was a choir of young ladies, singing the most beautiful songs. We stayed rooted to where we were, then started making our way towards them. The singing went on for several minutes, and we quietly listened, adding another special memory to our family's trip to Scotland.

St. Giles' Cathedral, also known as Edinburgh's High Kirk or Church, is one of the most remarkable…read morelandmarks in the Royal Mile, a jaw-dropping Gothic temple of great historical importance and, of course, a must-visit if you're in town. You can't really miss St. Giles Cathedral when you are walking on Royal mike, its looming presence in the Old Town of Edinburgh means its visible from all over the city. St Giles' Cathedral is the largest of Edinburgh's Old Town churches, and sits right on the Royal Mile at the heart of the medieval city. One of Scotland's most important medieval buildings the current structure was begun in the 14th century and has been a centre of Scottish historical events ever since. St. Giles' cathedral was always a hub for urban life, both as a place of worship in Edinburgh and as a cultural symbol for Scotland. The church also has a large stained glass window commemorating Robert Burns, Scotland's national poet, above the main entrance on the west side of the building The Cathedral is free to enter with donations welcome

The Gillis Centre in Marchmont is a combination of things; a church, a Catholic retreat centre and…read morea bed and breakfast. I've only really encountered it in the latter capacity, as when I lived down the road it become the accommodation of choice for visiting parents, mainly due to its convenient location. It's also a very peaceful place, with tranquil grounds set just off the main road, and, I suppose, a generally spiritual atmosphere. You certainly don't have to be Catholic to stay here, as long as you don't object to being surrounded by Catholic iconography; the corridor, as you go to breakfast, for example, has a very informative display of popes along the walls, while various saintly figures beam down at you wherever you are. The rooms are simple and comfortable, the prices reasonable and the staff very hospitable. So unless you're fervently anti-religious, the Gillis is a restful place to stay, and not far from the city centre.

B&B with no Television! A peaceful retreat a short distance from the city and in the fashionable…read moreBruntsfield area. Workshop spaces here as well. Lovely and the Catholic aspect is not rammed down your throat

Enjoyed the book swap. Lots on for all in the community.read more

Invited here for Easter Sunday service and had a lovely time. My kids had lots of fun, there was…read moregreat live music, I didn't fall asleep during the sermon, I even still remember what the pastor spoke on, and the people were extremely friendly and welcoming. I haven't been church in ages, and attending the service today makes me want to go back to church. :-)

Destiny Church is great! The music and teaching is brilliant and the people are really friendly…read more Check it out if you're looking for a great church in Edinburgh.

the modern addition really is architecturally superb , good acoustics ,great regular concertsread more

Such a beautiful church! Came in for their 7:30pm Sunday…read moremass. Welcoming parish community. Located further away from the hustle and bustle of the touristy area.

st mary's rc cathedral in edinburgh is of gothic design and located on the roundabout at the leith…read morewalk / york place junction (continuation of queen street) - the building dates from 1814 - in 1969 when pope paul VI ordained the first scottish cardinal in rome since the reformation - cardinal gray brought back with him a relic of st andrew which is now incorporated into an altar - in 1982 john paul II said prayers at the shrine of st andrew and addressed the clergy during his pastoral visit to scotland - in 2007 a new cathedral organ was installed and there is a large cathedral choir

I've known about this place for ages. Mainly because it's attached to a really well known and tasty…read morepub (Cloisters). But I only went this weekend for the first time for an exciting occasion: my first wedding ever! The whole experience was pretty interesting since I'd never been to one and it was also the first time I've been in an English-speaking church. As it is with most churches, there were loads of paintings and murals, as well as sculptures of the Virgin Mary and crosses hanging around the place (in my opinion, quite precariously, but that must not be true as I don't think I've ever heard of them falling and maiming anyone). By the end of the ceremony, so much incense had been swung about that the skylight (or whatever that round bit of window at the top of a church is called) let in rays that swam through the smoke. It's really quite beautiful and worth popping into if you get a chance.