Edinburgh Scenic Walk and Historical Experience

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.

Meeting Point

29 Waterloo Pl

29 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3BQ, UK

Please meet at the corner of Howies and the cobbled Calton Hill street on Waterloo Place.

What's included:

• 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

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Calton Hill

St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road, , Edinburgh, EH1 3DG

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.

40 minutes

The Burns Monument

1759 Regent Rd, Edinburgh, EH8 8DR

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

5 minutes

New Town

Edinburgh

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

15 minutes

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Canongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8DX

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

5 minutes

The Scottish Parliament

Edinburgh, EH99 1SP

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

5 minutes

Arthur's Seat

Edinburgh, EH15 3PY

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.

1 hour, 30 minutes

Dunsapie Loch

Dunsapie Loch, Edinburgh, UK

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

5 minutes

St Margaret's Loch

Holyrood Park Education Centre 1 Queen's Drive, Edinburgh, EH8 8HG

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.

5 minutes