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Arthur's Seat

Holyrood Park, Edinburgh, Scotland
Ranked #1 of 163 attractions in Edinburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 732 Reviews
Type: Geologic Formations, Mountains
Activities: Walking
Owner description: Arthur's Seat is one of four hill forts, dating from around 2,000 years ago. Situated within Holyrood Park, as well as it's rich cultural heritage,...... more » Owner description: Arthur's Seat is one of four hill forts, dating from around 2,000 years ago. Situated within Holyrood Park, as well as it's rich cultural heritage, the park offers walks, solace, wildlife, volcanic geology and unparalleled vistas of the city from its many vantage points. The park has several Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) designations due to its exceptional range of grassland habitats and its internationally important volcanic geology. Ranger service on site. « less
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

I reluctantly walked up Arthurs Seat very hungover having only slept for only a few hours, and even then it was definitely worth it!! The views are outstanding (specially on a clear day), there are lots of different ways to get up so maybe worth having a look before you attempt the climb!! More

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Rotterdam, The Netherlands
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

we went up to see the sun rising, this was amazing More

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Surrey uk
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

We made a point not to look at the view until at the very top, so we climbed up taking our bottle of prosseco which we popped at the top admiring the spectacular views. Was quite a laugh to get down again though! More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

I didn't think I'd like it as much as I did. It was a beautiful clear day and the views at the top were really cool. We had a nice walk up -- we took the middle path that was steep but easy to traverse. We took the easier route down. (I wouldn't recommend doing the climb after heavy rains... More

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Fort Erie, Canada
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

It is located very close to the old part of Edinburgh and when you hick to the top there is a fantastic view of the city. The climb is not a strenuous one and its worth your time to make the climb. This is actually an old volcanic plug and sits as high up as Edinburgh Castle More

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Perth, United Kingdom
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Must see St. Margarets loch. Walk around and admire the swans. More

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Toronto
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

The best view of the city you can get! If the sun is shinning (or it's simply not raining) you should definitely head up Arthur's Seat! More

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germany
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

after a pretty steep hike you are awarded with a wonderful view of the city and its surroundings. Good shoes and a little stamina are a must. More

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Dublin, Ireland
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

I'm not much of a hiker. It was a great view when we made it to the top of the smaller hill but I'm pretty sure we took the longer, more difficult way up! More

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London, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Excellent views over Edinburgh. A definite on any to do list on visiting Edinburgh. Well worth it! More

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