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Greyfriars Bobby Statue – Meadow Walk, The Meadows loop from Southside

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Greyfriars Bobby Statue – Meadow Walk, The Meadows loop from Southside

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Greyfriars Bobby Statue – Meadow Walk, The Meadows loop from Southside

01:45

6.44km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

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2.12 km

Greyfriars Bobby Statue

Highlight • Monument

Greyfriars Bobby is a terrier who became known for guarding the grave of his owner for some 14 years, until he himself died in 1872.

A fountain with a life-sized …

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2.43 km

David Hume Statue

Highlight • Historical Site

David Hume sits impressively on his pedestal and watches the hustle and bustle.

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3.11 km

The Balmoral Hotel

Highlight • Historical Site

Set your watch by the Balmoral Hotel clock, and you will never be late again! Famously set 3 minutes fast, to ensure people catch their trains on time, it's only …

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3.80 km

The Tron Kirk and the Royal Mile Market

Highlight • Religious Site

The Tron Kirk, like so many of the city's churches, has now been repurposed. There is a market hall here.

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3.87 km

Cockburn Street

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Cockburn Street, one of the most charming and vibrant streets in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, is an absolute must-visit for any traveler to the Scottish capital. With its …

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4.05 km

High Street (Royal Mile, Edinburgh)

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The road leading to Edinburgh Castle. The heart of the city of Edinburgh.

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4.11 km

Advocate's Close

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Advocates Close is a narrow and steep alley in Edinburgh of medieval origin, redeveloped in the early 21st century. With a multiplicity of steps it is not accessible to disabled persons.

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4.94 km

Meadow Walk, The Meadows

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Edinburgh is one, if not the greenest cities in the country. Meadow Walk goes straight to the heart of town.

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6.44 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.92 km

1.29 km

1.04 km

705 m

364 m

107 m

Surfaces

3.16 km

2.98 km

232 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 26 May

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Greyfriars Bobby Statue – Meadow Walk, The Meadows loop from Southside

Greyfriars Bobby Statue

David Hume Statue

The Balmoral Hotel

The Tron Kirk and the Royal Mile Market

Cockburn Street

High Street (Royal Mile, Edinburgh)

Advocate's Close

Meadow Walk, The Meadows

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