Highly recommended to visit both vantage points of Edinburgh - here you have a great view of the cliffs below Arthur's seat, while over there the view over the whole city is magnificient.

Matt Charnley

August 26, 2022

Hiking

Nice view over the south of Edinburgh, to Arthur's Seat and the Crags

Rainer Koenemann

June 14, 2024

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Beautiful view. Worth it.

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1. Arthur's Seat – Scott Monument loop from Haymarket

17.8km

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360m

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2. Arthur's Seat – Nelson Monument, Calton Hill loop from West End

28.8km

08:15

600m

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3. Victoria Street – Royal Mile loop from Edinburgh

6.25km

01:42

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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View of Salisbury Crags

1. Arthur's Seat – Scott Monument loop from Haymarket

2. Arthur's Seat – Nelson Monument, Calton Hill loop from West End

3. Victoria Street – Royal Mile loop from Edinburgh

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