Sights · Our pick in Edinburgh
Holyrood Park and Arthur’s Seat
Historic Environment Scotland
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About Holyrood Park and Arthur’s Seat
Holyrood Park, looked after by Historic Environment Scotland, is the place for a scenic walk, a glimpse of history and fresh air, in its words: Arthur’s Seat, Salisbury Crags and Duddingston Loch are all within it.
Why it's on our list
- Arthur’s Seat
- Salisbury Crags
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Holyrood Park and Arthur’s Seat before you go.
Hotels nearby
The closest hotels in our guide to Holyrood Park and Arthur’s Seat, as the crow flies.
- Prestonfield House850 m11 min walk
What’s nearby
Distances from Holyrood Park and Arthur’s Seat are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 14 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Holyroodhouse1.1 kmWalk 14 minCycle 5 minCar or taxi 8 min
- National Museum1.8 kmWalk 22 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 10 min
- St Giles’ Cathedral1.9 kmWalk 24 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 10 min
- Edinburgh Castle2.5 kmWalk 31 minCycle 11 minCar or taxi 12 min
- Royal Botanic Garden3.8 kmCycle 16 minCar or taxi 15 min
- Britannia4.3 kmCycle 19 minCar or taxi 17 min
- Edinburgh Airport12 kmCar or taxi 39 min
Main railway stations
- Edinburgh Waverley2.0 kmWalk 25 minCycle 9 minCar or taxi 10 min
- Haymarket3.6 kmWalk 45 minCycle 15 minCar or taxi 15 min