Museums · Central Scotland
One O'Clock Gun Exhibition
In or near Edinburgh.
One O'Clock Gun Exhibition — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
One O'Clock Gun Exhibition is a museum located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The One o'Clock Gun is a historic time signal that has been fired daily since 1861, originally to help ships in the Firth of Forth set their clocks. It is now fired from the Mills Mount Battery at Edinburgh Castle, attracting crowds who enjoy the spectacle.
Place summary
The One O'Clock Gun Exhibition is a museum located in central Scotland. It features the historical One O'Clock Gun, which has been fired daily since the 19th century, serving as a time signal for the city of Edinburgh. The exhibition provides insights into the tradition and significance of this unique landmark.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9491, -3.2009
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH1 2NG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.7 km
- Opening
- Daily 1pm; closed Sundays, Good Friday and Christmas Day
- Official site
- www.edinburghcastle.scot
Sources
- osm: node/5002102709 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is One O'Clock Gun Exhibition?
- One O'Clock Gun Exhibition is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH1 2NG).
- What is One O'Clock Gun Exhibition?
- One O'Clock Gun Exhibition — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to One O'Clock Gun Exhibition?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH1 2NG.
- Is One O'Clock Gun Exhibition free to visit?
- Yes, One O'Clock Gun Exhibition is free to enter.
- How do I get to One O'Clock Gun Exhibition?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH1 2NG.