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View of Edinburgh – Arthur's Seat loop from Edinburgh

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View of Edinburgh – Arthur's Seat loop from Edinburgh

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4.3

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71

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View of Edinburgh – Arthur's Seat loop from Edinburgh

02:22

7.85km

170m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 3.27 km for 0 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

3.03 km

Stone Steps to Arthur's Seat

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Quick and easy route up to Arthur's seat-

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2

3.26 km

Viewpoint and Wildlife Spotting at Arthur's Seat

Highlight • Natural

Beautiful view over the sea side of the city and with many birds to watch

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3

3.49 km

View of Edinburgh

Highlight • Viewpoint

The plateau provides a view over Edinburgh is is less crowded than the top at Arthur's seat.

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4

3.68 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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5

4.10 km

View of Edinburgh from Salisbury Crags

Highlight • Natural Monument

Narrow path along the cliff, great view but also very windy.

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6

4.26 km

View of Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth

Highlight • Viewpoint

Incredibly great views over Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth.

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7

4.32 km

Piper's Walk

Highlight • Trail

Free and amazing view of the city

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8

4.87 km

View of Edinburgh from Arthur's Seat

Highlight • Viewpoint

nice

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7.85 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.73 km

1.62 km

1.29 km

1.21 km

554 m

384 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.66 km

2.46 km

2.25 km

341 m

104 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

18°C

9°C

83 %

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Max wind speed: 26.0 km/h

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