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The Great Britain Guide

Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland

Adam Smith Statue

In or near Edinburgh.

Free admission

Adam Smith Statue — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Statue of Adam Smith - geograph.org.uk - 7046704

Lauren — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Edinburgh Waverley · 0.2 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

About

Adam Smith Statue is a memorial located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2019

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Official information

The Real Mary King's Close is a historic site in Edinburgh featuring preserved 17th-century underground streets. Visitors can explore the lives of the people who once inhabited these spaces and learn about the city's dark past through guided tours.

Place summary

The Adam Smith Statue is a memorial located in central Scotland. It commemorates the influential economist and philosopher Adam Smith, known for his seminal work in the field of economics. The statue serves as a tribute to his contributions to economic thought.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.9498, -3.1900
Postcode
EH1 1PG
Parliamentary constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
Nearest railway station
Edinburgh Waverley0.2 km
Opening
Mo-Su 09:00-17:45

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Adam Smith Statue?
Adam Smith Statue is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH1 1PG).
What is Adam Smith Statue?
Adam Smith Statue — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Adam Smith Statue?
The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH1 1PG.
Is Adam Smith Statue free to visit?
Yes, Adam Smith Statue is free to enter.
How do I get to Adam Smith Statue?
The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH1 1PG.