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Arthur's Seat

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: # 27 of 247 attractions in Edinburgh
Traveler Description: Located within the center of Edinburgh at Holyrood Park, the remains of this extinct volcano rise 823 feet making it a notable landmark of the city.
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Attraction type: Geological formation, Mountain, Volcano
Activities: Walking
Address: Holyrood Park Edinburgh
Scotland

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4 of 5 stars
Avon, CT
Oct 28, 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

The was an interesting hike up to some awesome views. We had printed a map on-line before going, though this area is so well used there are criss-crossing trails everywhere. We first stopped to see the chapel ruins; not much left, but picturesque nonetheless. The climb to the top is a good cardio workout, but that makes it easier to... more

Aug 17, 2006
3/3 found this review helpful

If you only have a short time in Edinburgh, make sure you put aside an afternoon to climb Arthur's Seat. If you're after a bit of a challenge, approach it from Holyrood Park. Follow the incline to the Salisbury Crags, which change colour as the sun moves across the sky and continue up the hills to the top. Depending on... more

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5 of 5 stars
Sheffield, England
Feb 15, 2006
4/4 found this review helpful

The walk arround Arthurs Seat, via Salisbury Crags is great, tiring but fantastic views. Non-athletic visitors could take the easy path round the bottom. There are also two mini-Lochs to see. Open all year round and free. Perfect! more

Nov 29, 2005
4/4 found this review helpful

It's well worth part of a day to wander up and around Arthur's Seat to take in panoramic views of the city. We packed a lunch from a local bakery and then hiked up the trail, which was a fairly easy walk. The views were great, it was very peaceful and a good way to learn the lay of the... more

Jun 14, 2005
9/9 found this review helpful

We took the senic route, along the front path of athers seat and the aroud the back and climbed up to the front. This took about 40 minuites and was very worthwhile even saw a falcon on the way up. However you can take about a 15minuite walk if you turn left at teh bottom entrance and this allows you... more

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