St Giles' Cathedral Audio Guide
Explore St Giles' Cathedral with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.
About the Tour
St Giles' Cathedral is a historic Church of Scotland cathedral located on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, Scotland. It serves as a significant religious landmark and a prominent example of Gothic architecture.
What you will hear
The High Street and Crown Steeple
Establishing the cathedral's presence on the Royal Mile. Includes the iconic crown steeple and the surrounding historic monuments in Parliament Square.
The Crown Steeple
Welcome to St Giles' Cathedral, where the iconic 15th-century crown steeple dominates the Edinburgh skyline, symbolizing the imperial power of the Stewart monarchs for over five centuries.
Duke of Buccleuch Statue
This grand monument in Parliament Square honors the Duke of Buccleuch, a central figure in the ambitious Victorian-era efforts to restore and beautify the cathedral and its surroundings.
The Mercat Cross
The Mercat Cross is the traditional heart of Edinburgh, a site for royal proclamations and public justice for centuries, crowned by the heraldic symbol of Scotland: the unicorn.
The West Doorway Entrance
The main visitor entrance, showcasing the elaborate 19th-century Gothic restoration and the symbolic carvings of the entrance portal.
The Entrance Portal Sculptures
The intricate stone carvings surrounding the entrance archway tell a silent history of the Scottish church, depicting the saints and leaders who guided the nation through the centuries.
John Knox and the Reformation
Dedicated to the cathedral's role as the headquarters of the Scottish Reformation, featuring the statue of John Knox and the memorial to the riot that changed history.
Statue of John Knox
The stern figure of John Knox, the minister who spearheaded the Scottish Reformation, stands here holding a Bible, commemorating his role in transforming Scotland into a Protestant nation.
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