Calton Hill and Arthur's Seat Walking Tour

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Calton Hill and Arthur's Seat Walking Tour

By Walks with Lewis

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Overview

Looking for a change of scenery from Edinburgh's Old Town, then this could be the walk for you.

Experience Edinburgh’s finest views and historic sites by walking up Calton Hill and Arthur’s Seat with a local expert. You will see the city from above and be taken on the most picturesque routes rather than the standard tourist routes. Calton Hill and Arthur’s Seat are two iconic hills in the middle of Edinburgh that provide panoramic views across the entire city and surrounding countryside.

The walk will be at a relaxed pace and include plenty of stops to admire the views, architecture and historic sites.

Activity location

Calton Hill
- St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road,
- EH1 3DG, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

29 Waterloo Pl
- 29 Waterloo Place
- EH1 3BQ, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Calton Hill and Arthur's Seat Walking Tour

3h
English

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 2:00pm

Price details

$26.81 x 1 Adult$26.81

Total

What's included, what's not

Visit to historic landmarks on Calton Hill
Peaceful and picturesque route away from the main tourist path
Local Expert Guide
Panoramic views of Edinburgh and surrounding countryside
Guided walk up Calton Hill and Arthur's Seat
Plenty of stops for rest and photography
Gratuities

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Calton Hill

Explore the range of towering landmarks on top of the extinct volcano. There is an assortment of fine 19th century monuments and some top photo spots.

The Burns Monument

View this critical memorial of the world-famous writer Robert Burns and learn more about his history.

New Town

Make your way past some of Edinburgh’s finest Georgian architecture in the UNESCO world heritage site.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

View this magnificent palace from the outside and learn about its history and current ownership from King Charles III.

The Scottish Parliament

See this important building that was created since the Scottish devolution in 1999

Arthur's Seat

1h 30m

Make your way to the peak of Arthur’s Seat and be rewarded by the picturesque walk, and top views at the summit. Then explore the 650 acres of green space in Holyrood Park.

Dunsapie Loch

Discover this fine loch in Holyrood Park which has a wide range of Scottish birds and fine photo opportunities.

St Margaret's Loch

Discover this fine loch in Holyrood Park which is overlooked by St Anthony's Chapel and has a wide range of Scottish birds with fine photo opportunities.

Location

Activity location

Calton Hill
- St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road,
- EH1 3DG, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

29 Waterloo Pl
- 29 Waterloo Place
- EH1 3BQ, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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