View of Edinburgh – Scottish National Gallery loop from Edinburgh

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View of Edinburgh – Scottish National Gallery loop from Edinburgh

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View of Edinburgh – Scottish National Gallery loop from Edinburgh

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2.38km

20m

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: August 22, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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639 m

View of Edinburgh

Highlight • Historical Site

857 m

Floral Clock, West Princes Street Gardens

Highlight • Structure

The Edinburgh Flower Clock was inspired by the 1902 carpet exhibition in West Princes Street Garden, commemorating the coronation of Edward VII. The following year, John McHattie, then Superintendent of …

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1.29 km

View of Edinburgh Old Town and Scott Monument

Highlight • Viewpoint

Impressive architecture with a lot of history in beautiful surroundings.

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1.37 km

Scottish National Gallery

Highlight • Monument

The Scottish National Gallery is one of the country's major museums and is well worth a visit.

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1.45 km

Royal Scottish Academy

Highlight • Monument

The Scottish Academy of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture was founded on 27 May 1826 at Stewart's Rooms, Waterloo Bridge. The 13 founding artists consisted of 11 painters, one architect and …

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2.38 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.39 km

965 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.96 km