Edinburgh's Royal Mile is the Scottish capital's most famous thoroughfare. This ancient way runs straight through the Old Town, from Edinburgh Castle all the way to Holyrood Palace, the official British royal residence in Scotland. The Royal Mile is an atmospheric place to explore and is thronged with restaurants, cafes, inns and shops, as well as plenty of tourists.

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the most famous street in edimburg which takes you to the Castle

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Large number of buildings worth seeing, but also the central part of Edinburgh where all tourists accumulate.

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Victoria Street – Scott Monument loop from Edinburgh

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Royal Mile – Victoria Street loop from Haymarket

13.9km

03:42

160m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 130 m

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Location: Old Town, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Royal Mile

#1.

Edinburgh Old Town tour

#2.

Victoria Street – Scott Monument loop from Edinburgh

#3.

Royal Mile – Victoria Street loop from Haymarket

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