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St. Anthony's Chapel Ruins – Arthur's Seat loop from Edinburgh

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Lothian
Edinburgh
Southside

St. Anthony's Chapel Ruins – Arthur's Seat loop from Edinburgh

Moderate

4.9

(7)

111

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St. Anthony's Chapel Ruins – Arthur's Seat loop from Edinburgh

02:32

8.17km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

Waypoints

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1.34 km

Holyrood Palace

Highlight • Historical Site

We passed by the side to go to Arturo's Seat and the truth is I was not disappointed. I loved the views of the area. I need to return. I …

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2

1.80 km

St. Anthony's Chapel Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Ruins of an old chapel rebuilt in the 15th century. Beautiful for a little break.

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3

2.12 km

The Dry Dam Path to Arthur's Seat

Highlight • Natural Monument

Best time is the spring (April, May) when the broom is yellow. Then Arthur's Seat is completely piebald and a great photo opportunity

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4

2.65 km

Incredibly great views over Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth.

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5

2.70 km

Piper's Walk

Highlight • Trail

Free and amazing view of the city

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6

3.20 km

Arthur's Seat

Highlight • Summit

Arthur's Seat dominates Holyrood Park and rewards with commanding views across the Edinburgh region and the Firth of Forth. An ancient volcano, it rises dramatically above the capital city and …

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4.99 km

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8.17 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.61 km

2.39 km

1.24 km

1.09 km

602 m

202 m

Surfaces

3.24 km

2.64 km

1.45 km

367 m

327 m

105 m

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Tuesday 7 July

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