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Scott Monument – Holyrood Palace loop from Edinburgh

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Scott Monument – Holyrood Palace loop from Edinburgh

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Scott Monument – Holyrood Palace loop from Edinburgh

01:02

15.6km

190m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 7.98 km for 110 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.32 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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3.12 km

Cockburn Street

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Cockburn Street, one of the most charming and vibrant streets in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, is an absolute must-visit for any traveler to the Scottish capital. With its …

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3.86 km

Candlemaker Row

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Nice street in Edinburgh.
Candlemaker Row (known as a "Back Alley.") "Reputed to be the original Diagon Alley!" Famed for weird and wonderful shops inc. Under the Stairs, The Witchcraft …

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4.53 km

Uplands Roast Coffee Stall

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Great coffee and speedy service at reasonable prices

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7.67 km

Holyrood Palace

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At the eastern end of the Royal Mile stands the impressive Holyrood Palace. Officially known as the Palace of Holyroodhouse, it is the official British royal residence in Scotland. It …

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12.6 km

Path to Calton Hill

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Calton Hill in Edinburgh is the city's most prominent elevation at 103 meters high. It is at the east end of Princes Street. On Calton Hill are the National Monument …

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15.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.69 km

4.31 km

2.89 km

1.82 km

730 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.5 km

2.82 km

956 m

119 m

118 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 30 June

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Scott Monument – Holyrood Palace loop from Edinburgh

Scott Monument

Cockburn Street

Candlemaker Row

Uplands Roast Coffee Stall

Holyrood Palace

Path to Calton Hill

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