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Holyrood Palace – Arthur's Seat loop from Edinburgh

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Holyrood Palace – Arthur's Seat loop from Edinburgh

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Holyrood Palace – Arthur's Seat loop from Edinburgh

01:26

4.28km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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4 m

Scottish Parliament Building

Highlight • Structure

The Scottish Parliament can also be visited from time to time. We were able to take part in a debate.

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107 m

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 was designed and built by Sir William Bruce between 1671 and 1678.

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729 m

Holyrood Palace

Highlight • Historical Site

We passed by the side to go to Arturo's Seat and the truth is I was not disappointed. I loved the views of the area. I need to return. I recommend going during the day to finish up there with all the beauty of the area.

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1.12 km

View of Salisbury Crags

Highlight • Viewpoint

A great place to sit and just take it all in. Bring a snack and a flask and chill.

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2.01 km

View over Edinburgh and the sea

Highlight • Viewpoint

2.30 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 is unsurprisingly a popular objective. There are plenty of routes to the top, perfect for little legs and future Munro baggers.

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2.98 km

The Dry Dam Path to Arthur's Seat

Highlight • Natural Monument

Best time is the spring (April, May) when the broom is yellow. Then Arthur's Seat is completely piebald and a great photo opportunity

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3.27 km

St Margaret's Loch and Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

4.28 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.77 km

871 m

484 m

148 m

Surfaces

2.47 km

826 m

627 m

318 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

Weather

Monday 24 August

18°C

7°C

30 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h

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Comments

January 4, 2023,Edinburgh Arthur's Seat Wanderung

Short hike in Edinburgh with proper Scottish weather 😄

Surefootedness absolutely necessary

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November 2, 2022,Arthur‘s Seat

Short hike up Edinburgh's local mountain - Arthur's Seat.
Fantastic all-round view over Edinburgh and far into the country.

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August 22, 2022,Arthur's Seat von Parliament / Holyrood Palace

Route contains a small deviation. 😄
Hiking shoes (high) are an advantage here.
From the top you have a great view of Edinburgh (weather permitting).

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Holyrood Palace – Arthur's Seat loop from Edinburgh

Scottish Parliament Building

Holyrood Palace

Holyrood Palace

View of Salisbury Crags

View over Edinburgh and the sea

Arthur's Seat

The Dry Dam Path to Arthur's Seat

St Margaret's Loch and Ruins

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