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

Last updated: November 3, 2025

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657 m

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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1.04 km

View of Salisbury Crags

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A great place to sit and just take it all in. Bring a snack and a flask and chill.

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1.43 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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2.06 km

View of Edinburgh from Arthur's Seat

Highlight • Summit

Stopover on the way to Arthur's Seat.

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View of Edinburgh from Arthur's Seat

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2.12 km

View of Edinburgh Bay from Arthur's Seat

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2.12 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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2.58 km

View of Edinburgh from Salisbury Crags

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Nice overview of Edinburgh and the surrounding area.

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4.21 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.74 km

937 m

458 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.50 km

705 m

564 m

236 m

168 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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