Walks · Our pick in Edinburgh
Arthur’s Seat
Self-guided
Photo Credit
Image courtesy of © Bernt Rostad · CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia CommonsAbout Arthur’s Seat
Arthur’s Seat is the highest point of Holyrood Park, which Historic Environment Scotland looks after; paths climb from the palace side and from Dunsapie Loch.
Why it's on our list
- A steep climb
- Wear good shoes
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Arthur’s Seat before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from 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