Walk: Arthur's Seat - view from the high chair
City of Edinburgh | Holyrood | Half day walk | ★★★★★
Amidst a capital city already extraordinary for its history and man made tourist attractions, Arthur's Seat is Edinburgh's crowning glory. The summit is the highest of the city's Seven Hills and dominates the skyline however you arrive in the capital, be it by air, road or rail. The rocky summit and neighbouring Salisbury Crags are, like the hill on which Edinburgh Castle stands, the remains of an ancient volcano. The whole area is within the boundaries of Holyrood Park: former royal pleasure ground and now under the care of Historic Environment Scotland. This circular route takes in the crags and summit, the park's northernmost loch and the remains of a 14th century chapel, with world class views throughout. But although technically a walk in the park, it's certainly not your average one. Stout footwear is advised: this is a proper hill climb, so allow a few hours for the whole circuit; as spoof TripAdvisor revi…
Amidst a capital city already extraordinary for its history and man made tourist attractions, Arthur's Seat is Edinburgh's crowning glory. The summit is the highest of the city's Seven Hills and dominates the skyline however you arrive in the capital, be it by air, road or rail. The rocky summit and neighbouring Salisbury Crags are, like the hill on which Edinburgh Castle stands, the remains of an ancient volcano. The whole area is within the boundaries of Holyrood Park: former royal pleasure ground and now under the care of Historic Environment Scotland. This circular route takes in the crags and summit, the park's northernmost loch and the remains of a 14th century chapel, with world class views throughout. But although technically a walk in the park, it's certainly not your average one. Stout footwear is advised: this is a proper hill climb, so allow a few hours for the whole circuit; as spoof TripAdvisor revi…
