A relaxing and fascinating walk around a much loved royal Scottish palace. The self guiding audio tour was interesting and gave as much or as little information as one wanted. We decided to visit at lunchtime and were rewarded by a lack of crowds and calm, relaxing atmosphere in which to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and concentrate on the information...
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Holyrood Park, Edinburgh
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Holyrood Park
Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh EH16 5BT, Scotland
(Holyrood/Scottish Parliament)
+44 (0)131 652 8150
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Ranked #9 of 175 attractions in Edinburgh
Type: Parks, Castles
Activities: Hiking
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
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Holyrood Park is a unique historic landscape in the heart of the city, whose dramatic crags and hills give Edinburgh its distinctive skyline. Within...
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Holyrood Park is a unique historic landscape in the heart of the city, whose dramatic crags and hills give Edinburgh its distinctive skyline. Within the park is a wealth of history and archaeology spanning thousands of years. Arthur's Seat is one of four hill forts, dating from around 2,000 years ago. 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.
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If you come to Edinburgh with limited time, make sure that you work off the effects of all those brilliant restaurants and pubs by climbing Arthur's Seat - or at least go to St Anthony's Well. The views from the top of the sea to the West and the Pentlands to the North are worth the effort. Bring a picnic...
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Kolkata (Calcutta), India
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It comes along with Arthur's Seat. It is a nice walk to Holyrood Park. The view is very fantastic from here. It is basically a picnic spot. One can take 4 hours time to visit Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park together.
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Lovely place to have a picinc, play football or even have a BBQ (I dont think you are allowed BBQ's however) but many ppl had them going. Kids playing football, ppl sunbathing whilst others taking in the views of the the mountain, and the Queens palace and ruined abbey.
Theres a large pond with a lod of geese which you...
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Holyrood Park contains Arthur's Seat and has a gentle path around the base with a variety of wild life and used as running/cycle route. There is good parking & portaloo's by the Palace of Holyroodhouse /Sottish Parliament.
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An amazing vantage point from which to see 360 degrees of stunning scenery. Just check out all the traveler photos to get the gist. So worth the hike up! Note: 1) this is not a great journey for those with mobility or serious health issues, 2) heed those who berate themselves in the reviews for having worn flip-flops and wear...
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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
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Vulcanic rock with more than 3.000 years, covered with a very nice green and yellow grass. Lots of people exercising. During lunch hours used for relaxing or eating. It is also located near the Scottish Parliment.
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Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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nothing to dislike. an oasis of calm in the city centre. shame the ice cream is so expensive at the van, but he got a captive audience!
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staying in edinburgh for the week we decided to climb Arthur's seat. it was an excellent ascent and with great views from the rocky summit. the best part was the descent through Hollyrood Park. on a lovely sunny day, the beautiful scented trees were delightful. i would seriously reccomend this to anyone visiting edinburgh
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Bring a picnic and really enjoy the views of the heather covered hills. A calm and peaceful place to relax from everyday hustle and bustle
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