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David Hume Statue – St Columba’s Free Church loop from Edinburgh

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David Hume Statue – St Columba’s Free Church loop from Edinburgh

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David Hume Statue – St Columba’s Free Church loop from Edinburgh

00:54

3.26km

60m

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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687 m

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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1.10 km

Cockburn Street

Highlight • Settlement

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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1.28 km

High Street (Royal Mile, Edinburgh)

Highlight • Monument

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

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1.34 km

Advocate's Close

Highlight • Structure

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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1.46 km

David Hume Statue

Highlight • Historical Site

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

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1.63 km

St Columba’s Free Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Tolbooth Kirk (The Hub) This spectacular Edinburgh landmark was the Assembly Hall for the Church of Scotland. It is situated on the Royal Mile just below the castle. The church …

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2.07 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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2.94 km

St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral, Edinburgh

Highlight • Historical Site

St. Mary's Cathedral is a beautiful Catholic church located at 61 York Pl in Edinburgh, right next to Picardy Place. The architecture is stunning, showcasing remarkable beauty and design.

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3.26 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.71 km

1.16 km

385 m

Surfaces

2.99 km

219 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 12 July

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David Hume Statue – St Columba’s Free Church loop from Edinburgh

The Balmoral Hotel

Cockburn Street

High Street (Royal Mile, Edinburgh)

Advocate's Close

David Hume Statue

St Columba’s Free Church

The Tron Kirk and the Royal Mile Market

St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral, Edinburgh

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