Walk Edinburgh Like a Local
Castle rock, whisky closes & volcanic hilltops
Plan my Edinburgh walk →Edinburgh is one of the most dramatically situated cities in Europe, built around a volcanic ridge and a castle-topped crag. The Royal Mile connects two royal residences, and Arthur's Seat offers a proper hillwalk right inside the city.
Top landmarks to walk between
Edinburgh Castle
Fortress on volcanic rock dominating the Old Town — home to the Crown Jewels
Royal Mile
The spine of the Old Town from the Castle to Holyrood Palace
Arthur's Seat
Ancient volcano in Holyrood Park — 45-minute climb, panoramic reward
Greyfriars Kirkyard
Atmospheric churchyard — home to Greyfriars Bobby's grave
Scottish National Museum
Scotland's national museum — free entry, perfect rainy day option
Victoria Street
Curved medieval street said to inspire Diagon Alley
Walk the Royal Mile top to bottom, then climb up through Holyrood Park to Arthur's Seat for the best Edinburgh panorama.
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