Visit the famous Kirkyard


The Kirkyard is owned by The City of Edinburgh Council

The Kirkyard is open to visitors 24 hours a day, 365 days and is one of the most famous graveyards in the world. 

Day-to-day maintenance of the graveyard is managed by the City of Edinburgh Council Berevement team.

If you have any concerns about the Kirkyard such as litter, discarded needles, anti-social behaviour etc, please contact the council directly. 

Contact the Council

Can't visit in-person? Here is a virtual tour of the Kirkyard