We perused through a number of 'Sports' stores in Edinburgh and we could not find any football jerseys for my husband. He was set on getting a Heart of Midlothian Football Club jersey as a souvenir from Edinburgh and so we decided to head to the stadium's gift shop which is what this review will be based on. Their team store had possibly some of *the cutest* merchandise I've seen for a football club in terms of merch for the little ones. There were west highland terrier, dinosaur, and bear shaped stuffed animals. They had pop it toys, adorable westie pencil cases, and clothing just to name a few. For the older crowd, they had a wide range of items that included your typical jerseys, keychains, apparel to nicer items like stainless steel water bottles, coffee mugs and tumblers, and a mix of candies. They didn't have my husband's size available in the jersey that he wanted, but he was able to snag some shorts as a souvenir which is a successful trip in my book! Definitely recommend a stop here if you're a football fan and wanting some Heart of Midlothian souvenirs! read more

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They actually built a castle out of used watches and clocks, and called it "Timecastle." Sounds like a sci-fi TV show or something. First-Hand Experience: More info about my personal experience at this stadium - I believe that other than Celtic Park, Tynecastle is up there with Dundee United as the most intense atmosphere in Scotland. I've now seen 4 games here (including one when I was still a teenager), and it's left a permanent mark on me. It's a thrill to be in here. It's dark and imposing, it's intense and cauldron-like. It's the heart and soul of Edinburgh football. Everyone was very nice to me (even Hibs fans in town), and I can't think of a club other than the Old Firm and DUFC that inspires more intense passion from supporters than HM1874. Yes they have been around that long. I was most recently here at Tynecastle just last year in late 2014, and will be visiting again in 2016. It needs a bit of a facelift but it's still 5 stars all the way from me. So when I was doing my first tour of Scotland in 2011, I also hit up every single stadium in the country. My obsession with footy (soccer to Americans) is the reason. Every stadium review - like all my reviews - are based on first-hand personal experience, usually from multiple visits. As recently as Fall 2014, when I was "stuck" in UK for 3 months, I went to most of them yet again while travelling. I have pictures of me at many of them, which I will post later. Also, when back in Scotland I plan to take more pix, and add more stadia! So watch this space! *** return to regular review *** Anyway, Tynecastle is one of the great stadiums of British football. It's grand and intense and has a wonderful atmosphere, with the third highest average crowd of any club in Scotland. It probably has the best atmosphere of any club in Scotland. It holds 17k and has been around since 1886. It has a beautiful big illuminated Hearts mosaic badge on the outside of it. Bravo. Scotland played many games here as recently as 2003. In 2004, the owners tried to sell the stadium but the "Save Our Hearts" campaign saved it. In other news, it's Gorgie-ous. read more

I am not a football fan. That is due to growing up with two older brothers, one supported Rangers and the other Celtic. As you can imagine, that was fun. Tynecastle Stadium is a pain in the neck. Well no, the fact I live across from Tynecastle Stadium makes it a pain in the neck. What feels like every weekend, my street is packed with drunken middle aged men waving football scarves. The notion of walking down the street on match day is ridiculous because football fans do not care where you are trying to go, they will not move. Driving along the road is almost as fun, apparently football fans use different rules for the rest of us and roads are actually for pedestrians. Then post match there is the drunken fools who stay behind and sing or warble into the small hours. I imagine if you like football, or Hearts (the team, not the organ), then this will be a great day out. For me, not so much. read more

Tynecastle Stadium - Courtesy of Hearts Website - Stadiums & Arenas Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

Being an avid football fan I have been to many football stadiums, and this is about as average as they come. I came here for the Hearts v Rangers game and the atmosphere was great, but I'm not sure if that would be the same if Hearts were not playing one of the Old Firm or Hibs. The ground holds 18,000 people and will normally sell out if they host Rangers, Celtic or Hibs, but average around 14000 for other teams, which would still ensure a good amount of noise and banter between the fans. I sat in the Gorgie stand and thought that the seats were a bit too cramped, but saying that I am quite tall at 6"1 so perhaps this will not be an issue for everyone. The food on offer at half time was standard football stadium food- pies, sausages, burgers and chips with an accompaniment of a variety of soft drinks or beer. read more

Tynecastle Stadium - Stadiums & Arenas Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

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In terms of viewing whatever match you're there to see Tyncastle's probably as good as any similar sized statium in the country. Its facilities and availability of staff are though another matter. We all know Hearts are skint but is turning off the hot water in the (undersized) Gents of the Away End really saving them that much? The lack of foresight when operating a cash gate & only having one turnstile for that and one for pre-purchased tickets, particularly at this time of year, was always going to be a cause of friction too. Otherwise a functional edifice that's not likely to have a great deal of cash spent on it anytime in the near future. read more

Tynecastle. The stadium of Heart of Midlothian Football Team (Apparently one of the biggest football teams in Scotland). Based in Gorgie, this stadium is not the best, but not the worst either. Yes, you have probably guessed that I am not a massive fan of the place. Don't get me run the atmosphere was brilliant and the fans truly improve the place. But the stadium looked tired, and really needed a makeover. The half time food was nothing to yelp about. The entertainment on the pitch wasn't that much better either (as a Celtic fan I am slightly biased, but Hearts fans I know would surely agree). Compared to other stadiums in the Scottish Premier League it is better than most, mainly due to its capacity and facilities, but other clubs will quickly catch up soon, and sadly it does not look like Hearts will improve Tynecastle any time soon. read more

For the ultimate football atmosphere experience it's down at Tynecastle it bides! - Home of HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN F.C. try and take in a match vs either of the bigot brothers from Glasgow or local rivals Hibernian, you wont be disappointed, the place simply rocks! it has become a firm favourite with not only fans from most other clubs, but the players as well. If only a team to match the atmosphere could be assembled here, it would be look out Old Firm - this sleeping giant of a club is needing a rude awakening by someone who cares about it, and Scottish football, because Auld Reekie will always support them with pride. read more

Tynecastle Stadium - Hearts vs Hearts Cup Winning Select (1998 & 2006) - here the cup heroes(white) defend a Corner - Stadiums & Arenas Near Me - Edinburgh, EDH

This is where the heart and soul of edinburgh play. Football team heart of midlothian. We have 3 great stands, but unfortunately we have one very old main stand, which is supposed to get done up in the coming years and we are supposed to get a brand new stand. This holds near enough 18,000 people and you can watch hearts play here various weekends from July until May, can't always guarantee that the football is fast and flowing, but at games like hibs, celtic and rangers, you are more than likely to get a fantastic atmosphere. read more

One of two major football stadium in Edinburgh. Home to Hearts, the stadium is placed in the heart of the Edinburgh on the Gorgie Road in close proximity to city centre. Is is neither big and modern stadium but it does provide good and comfortable football experience, recommended for every football fan. read more

Tynecastle Stadium is home to one of Edinburgh's football teams, The Heart of Midlothian Football Club. It is a great ground in a great location, not far from the city centre and on lots of main bus routes. There are also plenty of pubs and cafes nearby for food etc and there are food stands within the stadium for food during games. There is also a Hearts Megastore where you can buy all kinds of club merchandise which is a great place to buy pressies! read more

It is only a small stadium but when it is packed out the place is bouncing! If you can get tickets for any matches against Hibs, Celtic or Rangers it is a great experience! read more

When a friend was over visiting from the states a few years ago I asked him what he'd most like to do whilst in Edinburgh, I was fully expecting him to say 'visit the castle' or some other cliché, but nope, he wanted to go to a football match at Tynecastle. Being a girl with little to no interest in football, my heart sank at this suggestion, nevertheless I bought the tickets and off we went to Tynecastle to watch Hearts play Celtic. It was a brilliant day out and an experience I won't forget, our seats were practically on the pitch and we were able to see all the action (it's actually quite exciting when it's happening right in front of you). The atmosphere was fantastic and even though we didn't know any of the songs, we still managed to join in with some of the shouts. I'm not sure I'll be making a return visit anytime soon, but I wouldn't balk at the idea if someone suggested it to me again. read more

This is home(not for long,as its coming down-to be replaced by Romanov's restaurant),The talk of the toon,are the team in maroon,and Auld Reekie says goodbye to them in a year or two's timeShame about it,though,HMFC are Edinburgh's team,but unfortunately,catching up with the top two from the Wild wild west,has caught up with this fabulous historic fitba team.In years to come,you would want to know happened to this venue,I have put down here why this club and ground are about fall from grace..R.I.P-when it comes read more

Based in the salubrious suburbs of Gorgie, Tynecastle is by no means the best stadium in Scotland. It's not the worst either and the one thing it has over city rivals Hibernian is that it sells macaroni pies, which are a joy. read more