Viewpoints · Central Scotland
North Viewpoint
In or near Edinburgh.
North Viewpoint is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Best time of year
- Clear days year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
North Viewpoint is a named viewpoint in central Scotland, marked on Ordnance Survey maps for its outlook. It sits within the Edinburgh North and Leith parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.7 km away. Postcode area EH1.
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Place summary
North Viewpoint is a viewpoint located in central Scotland, postcode EH1. It offers expansive views of the surrounding landscape, making it a notable spot for observing the natural scenery.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9560, -3.1825
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH1 3AH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh North and Leith
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.7 km
Sources
- osm: n1484679632 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is North Viewpoint?
- North Viewpoint is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH1 3AH).
- What is North Viewpoint?
- North Viewpoint is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to North Viewpoint?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH1 3AH.
- Is North Viewpoint free to visit?
- Yes, North Viewpoint is free to enter.
- How do I get to North Viewpoint?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH1 3AH.