Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park, Edinburgh

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Experience a proper hill walk in the heart of the city. Arthur's Seat's rocky summit towers over Edinburgh, with fabulous views in all directions, and the extensive parkland surrounding it is an oasis of calm as a retreat from the busy city.

Terrain

Some rough ground along top of Salisbury Crags; ascent of Arthur's Seat is very steep and rocky.

Public Transport

Bus to Holyrood Palace east end of Royal Mile.

Start

Car park near Holyrood Palace. Open start point in Google Maps for directions.

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