How much does it cost to go on the big wheel in edinburgh?

Tickets to go on the Forth 1 Big Wheel cost £10 per person, or £8 for concessions and locals if you can show proof you live at an Edinburgh postcode.
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How much does it cost to go to the Christmas market in Edinburgh?

Admission to the Edinburgh Christmas Market is free. Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult after 20:00.
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Do I need to buy tickets for Edinburgh Christmas markets?

Do you need tickets for the Edinburgh Christmas market? Access to the Christmas market is free and unticketed but tickets are required for the big wheel, the ice rink and Santa's stories. You can book these online at the official website or on the day but ticket purchases are cashless.
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How much is the swing at Edinburgh Christmas Market?

Cost of Edinburgh Markets 2023 £12 pp Big Swing £3 pp Helter Skelter £30 Big Wheel (family of 4) £3/£4 small rides £6 drinks £7 to £10 food #edinburgh #edinburghscotland bigswing.
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What time does the Big Wheel open in Edinburgh?

Open 10am – 10pm (last admission 9.30pm) tickets are date-specific but there are no set time slots - admission is on a first-come, first served basis. Please allow extra time if you plan to attend during busy periods. Edinburgh residents with proof of their EH postcode will receive a 20% discount.
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Can cars drive along Princes Street Edinburgh?

Several key city centre streets, including Princes Street, are off-limits to private cars. Princes Street and Shandwick Place are restricted to buses, trams and taxis only and "Bus Lanes" to speed progress of public transport at peak times can slow yours in a car.
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How much is Star Flyer Edinburgh?

The Star Flyer, which offers a ride lasting up to five minutes, costs £6.75 if booked in advance online.
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What rides are at Edinburgh Christmas Market?

Edinburgh Christmas Market, East Princes Street Gardens

The market is also where Scotland's largest ferris-wheel, the Big Wheel is found. Standing at 46m tall, it offers a unique view of the city. Thrill seekers can also enjoy an exciting selection of rides including a Helter Skelter and Starflyer.
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Is Edinburgh Christmas market open every day?

The Edinburgh Christmas Markets are part of the Edinburgh Winter Festival. The Christmas markets themselves will run from November 25th to January 4th. Each day, the markets will be open from 10am to 10pm. Of course, the markets will take a break on Christmas Day.
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How long are the Edinburgh Christmas markets?

Running for seven magical weeks from Friday 17 November 2023 to Saturday 6 January 2024, Edinburgh's Christmas transforms the beautiful city centre with festive fun for all the family, including traditional Christmas Markets, funfair rides, spectacular live outdoor events, delicious food and drink, plus so much more.
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Do I need cash for Christmas markets?

Should you use cash or card at Christmas markets? While more and more Christmas market vendors are equipped with chip and pin machines, this can't be relied upon, so make sure you don't take just plastic.
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What dates are the edinburgh christmas market 2023?

Edinburgh Christmas markets are just a month away, and Edinburgh's Christmas organisers Unique Events and Assembly Festival have got quite the line-up this year. This year, Edinburgh Christmas is on from November 17, 2023, until January 6, 2024.
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Is there an ice rink at Edinburgh Christmas Market 2023?

And an ice rink is being set up in George Street West and Castle Street this festive period, alongside an artisan Christmas market in the New Town streets.
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How far is waverley station from edinburgh christmas market?

Train. The closest station to Edinburgh Christmas market is Edinburgh Waverley Station, which runs most services by Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and ScotRail. The station is just a 3-5 minute walk from the Edinburgh Winter festival. Visit the Trainline website to purchase a ticket or for updates on travel.
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Is Edinburgh Christmas market busy?

Scathing TripAdvisor reviews aside, Christmas in Edinburgh has seen no shortage of foot traffic, attracting over 2.4 million visitors in 2022 according to The Edinburgh Reporter. This is a 161% increase from 2017's numbers.
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Is Edinburgh market expensive?

While it is true the Edinburgh Christmas market in Prince's Street Gardens can be expensive, it is worth venturing outside the main street to explore all the other festive attractions in the city.
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Is Glasgow or Edinburgh Christmas market better?

To determine who is the best, the study looked at the duration of the 35 Christmas markets in the UK, as well as TikTok views, chances of snow and the average hotel costs. Following Machester, Edinburgh came second, with Liverpool taking third spot on the list. Glasgow came fourth, and Aberdeen took fifth place.
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Where is the Edinburgh Christmas market in 2023?

Where is the Edinburgh Christmas Market taking place? The Edinburgh Christmas Market is located in the heart of the city centre in Princes Street Gardens and George Street.
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Where is the German market in Edinburgh?

Christmas Market, East Princes Street Gardens

Edinburgh's first Christmas market took place in 1999 as the German Market, selling sausages, waffles, pretzels and crafts.
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Is it expensive to live in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh is the third most expensive place to live in the UK if you live on your own, a study has found. Only people in London and Bristol face bigger costs, according to the calculations which looked at average bills for rent, utilities, shopping, restaurants, clothes and transport in the UK's 20 biggest cities.
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Is Edinburgh nice at Christmas?

Edinburgh at Christmas time is truly magical! Each year Edinburgh's Christmas and Edinburgh's Hogmanay come up with an exciting array of events to get everyone in the mood for the holiday season.
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How far is Edinburgh Christmas Market from the train station?

Edinburgh Christmas Markets

That's because Edinburgh host three markets, two can be found in east Princes Street Gardens and one can be found in St Andrews Square. And the good news is they're all less than a ten minute walk from the train station.
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What time do Edinburgh Christmas markets close?

It will be open daily from 10am until 10pm. Christmas hours will differ slightly, with the market set to be open from 10am until 8pm on Christmas Eve and Boxing Day. It will be open from 10am until 7pm on Hogmanay and from 10am until 8pm on New Year's Day. The market is closed on Christmas Day.
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What street is Edinburgh Christmas Market on?

east princes street gardens

This is Edinburgh's main Christmas market. Situated in the heart of the city, iconic sites such as Edinburgh Castle, the Scott Monument, the Balmoral Hotel and Calton Hill lend it a dramatic backdrop.
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What rides are at Winter Wonderland Edinburgh?

You can pre-book a selection of rides and activities online in advance such as Ice Skating, The Big Wheel, Christmas Tree Maze and Santa's Stories. All rides, including those bookable online, can be paid for at the point of entry to the ride or attractions.
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