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Royal Mile – Scott Monument loop from Edinburgh

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Royal Mile – Scott Monument loop from Edinburgh

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Royal Mile – Scott Monument loop from Edinburgh

01:31

5.66km

70m

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: April 18, 2026

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1.79 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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1.96 km

David Hume Statue

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David Hume sits impressively on his pedestal and watches the hustle and bustle.

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2.12 km

St Columba’s Free Church

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Tolbooth Kirk (The Hub) This spectacular Edinburgh landmark was the Assembly Hall for the Church of Scotland. It is situated on the Royal Mile just below the castle. The church …

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2.17 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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2.49 km

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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2.57 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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2.71 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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2.90 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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5.66 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.37 km

1.41 km

995 m

848 m

Surfaces

4.56 km

921 m

142 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 19 May

16°C

10°C

56 %

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Royal Mile – Scott Monument loop from Edinburgh

High Street (Royal Mile, Edinburgh)

David Hume Statue

St Columba’s Free Church

Royal Mile

Scottish National Gallery

View of Edinburgh Old Town and Scott Monument

Scott Monument

Royal Scottish Academy

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