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Victoria Street – Scott Monument loop from Historic Environment Scotland

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Victoria Street – Scott Monument loop from Historic Environment Scotland

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Victoria Street – Scott Monument loop from Historic Environment Scotland

05:04

18.8km

230m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

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3.37 km

Greyfriars Bobby Statue

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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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3.69 km

Victoria Street

Highlight • Monument

Nice colourful houses in the wide curve of the street. A couple of the shops are also worth a closer view.

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3.78 km

Royal Mile

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Edinburgh's Royal Mile is the Scottish capital's most famous thoroughfare. This ancient way runs straight through the Old Town, from Edinburgh Castle all the way to Holyrood Palace, the official …

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4.18 km

View of Edinburgh Old Town and Scott Monument

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Impressive architecture with a lot of history in beautiful surroundings.

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8.90 km

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

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The botanical garden is worth a visit in all seasons. Very nice borders, themed gardens & greenhouses. Best time: May / June and autumn.

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10.1 km

Circus Lane

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Have you heard of Circus Lane? Everyone has heard of Princes Street, but believe me this little hidden gem is the real jewel in Edinburgh's urban crown.

Certainly it's not …

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13.6 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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14.8 km

Scott Monument

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The Scott Monument Edinburgh is one of many monuments erected in Scotland in honor of Sir Walter Scott. This monument in Edinburgh is likely to be the largest of its …

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18.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.99 km

5.05 km

3.46 km

1.70 km

327 m

287 m

Surfaces

13.2 km

4.35 km

579 m

408 m

178 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 19 May

17°C

10°C

59 %

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Victoria Street – Scott Monument loop from Historic Environment Scotland

Greyfriars Bobby Statue

Victoria Street

Royal Mile

View of Edinburgh Old Town and Scott Monument

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

Circus Lane

High Street (Royal Mile, Edinburgh)

Scott Monument

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