For the easiest possible access to rugged Scottish landscapes from Edinburgh, head to Arthur's Seat. This 250.5 m (822 ft) promontory sits just 1.6 km (1 mi) east of Edinburgh Castle. You can climb any face of the hill, but the easiest route is to approach from the east and walk up the grassy field. At the top, you'll find a 2,000-year-old fort and one of the best possible views of the city. Bring your camera, footwear with decent traction, drinking water, and clothing to protect yourself from the wind at the top. Add Arthur's Seat and other attractions to your Edinburgh trip itinerary using our Edinburgh day trip planner.
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A lovely hike and fabulous views! Recommend a visit to anyone visiting Edinburgh when the weather is good!
A lovely hike and fabulous views! Recommend a visit to anyone visiting Edinburgh when the weather is good! more »
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Roughly an hour up and another hour down, we enjoyed a quick hike one a beautiful day with blue skies. There were lots of people around, but everybody was respectful of the trail and each other. It...
Roughly an hour up and another hour down, we enjoyed a quick hike one a beautiful day with blue skies. There were lots of people around, but everybody was respectful of the trail and each other. It... more »
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It’s a hard walk but we’ll worth it.
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First visit, won’t be the last!
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