Victoria Street – Scott Monument loop from University of Edinburgh

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Victoria Street – Scott Monument loop from University of Edinburgh

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Victoria Street – Scott Monument loop from University of Edinburgh

01:52

7.00km

80m

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 3, 2026

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Includes a movable bridge

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After 6.53 km for 15 m

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Bus stop

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2.40 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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Victoria Street

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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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3.09 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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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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4.40 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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Scottish National Gallery

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

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4.56 km

Royal Scottish Academy

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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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