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A space enclosed with railings marks the site where Captain John Porteous was hanged in 1736. Some hundred Covenanters were also executed here in the late 17C. West Port on the southwest corner is the western approach to the town. Nowadays, many restaurants and pubs line this semi-pedestrianised square. A market is held every Saturday - a chance to browse local food specialities.
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Things to see and donearby
- The Green Guide144 m - 354 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NE
- The Green Guide144 m - Victoria Street, Edinburgh
- The Green Guide147 m - Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG
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Where to sleepnearby
- From £79Castle Wynd Old Town29 m - Castle Wynd South, Edinburgh EH1 2JT
- From £46ALTIDO Amazing Location - Charming Apartment by the Edinburgh Castle!38 m - 1 Castle Wynd South, Edinburgh EH1 2JU
- From £36Stunning Studio Apartment Castle View43 m - 5 Castle Wynd South, Edinburgh EH1 2JT
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Where to eatnearby
- Amber Restaurant at The Scotch Whisky ExperienceAround£30160 m - 354-358 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NE
- The Cellar DoorAround£37291 m - 44-46 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
- Ondine££MICHELIN 2024325 m - 2 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1AD
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