Arthur's Seat

Save money and explore Edinburgh at your own pace with a 3-route hop-on hop-off bus tour ticket. Pick from a ticket that lasts for 24 or 48 hours. Explore the city with stop options like Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle, National Museum of Scotland, and the Royal Botanic Gardens. Hop aboard and embark on your city adventure. Contrast the Old and New Towns, see the royal attractions of Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Yacht Britannia (entrances not included). Live guides provide English commentary on the Edinburgh Tour, while audio guides are available in up to 9 languages on the City Sightseeing Tour and the Majestic Tour. Hop on and off as often as you like at dozens of attractions, and enjoy unique, scenic views from the open-top upper decks. City Sightseeing Tour: Hear about the people and events that shaped Edinburgh, from the cramped conditions of the Old Town to spacious Holyrood Park, on a classic sightseeing tour in 9 languages. Enjoy Terry Deary’s Horrible Histories with the on board Horrible Histories Children’s Channel - history with all the gory bits left in! • Hanover Street • Princes Street Gardens • St. John’s Church • Grassmarket • Johnston Terrace • Edinburgh Castle • National Museum of Scotland • Museum of Childhood • Scottish Parliament • Our Dynamic Earth • Palace of Holyrood House • Burns Monument Edinburgh Tour: Enjoy the best views aboard an open-top bus, as live commentary in English brings Edinburgh’s history to life. Explore the Old Town and Georgian New Town, hopping off at 9 strategic stops. • Hanover Street • George Street • Charlotte Square • The Mound • Lawnmarket • Grassmarket • Our Dynamic Earth • Scottish Parliament • Canongate Kirk Majestic Tour: Leave the city center and head to the coast at Newhaven, with stops for the Royal Botanic Garden and Royal Yacht Britannia. This multi-language tour offers commentary through headphones in English, Gaelic, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese and Russian. Return via the Palace of Holyrood House and the Canongate section of the Royal Mile. • Hanover Street • George Street • Royal Botanic Gardens • Ferry Road • Newhaven Harbour • Cruise Terminal • Ocean Terminal (Royal Yacht Britannia) • Leith Mills • Elm Row • Queen Mary’s Bath House • Queensberry House • Canongate Kirk

Meet some of Edinburgh's most infamous characters on a guided, ghost-themed walking tour through the dark side of the city center. Learn about figures like Burke and Hare. Hear tales of witch burning, grave robbing, body snatching, and mysterious murders. Be greeted by your local guide on the Royal Mile, where plundered tombs, funeral pyres, and mass graves from thousands of years ago are concealed. Get goosebumps as the past is brought to life by your guide. Venture to gruesome burial sites such as the Canongate Kirkyard. Prepare to be spooked by spine-chilling tales of real-life cannibals and vampires as the true history of Edinburgh is recreated before your eyes. End your tour at the Whitefoord House mansion.  

Escape the crowds and busy streets of Edinburgh city center and get panoramic views of the coast and countryside on a 3 to 4-hour guided bike tour. Choose your bicycle and cycle from the Old Town towards the New Scottish Parliament building and Dynamic Earth visitor attraction at the end of the Royal Mile. Pass the royal Palace of Holyroodhouse and get breathtaking views of the ruins of St. Anthony’s Chapel. Next, make your way up the extinct volcano of Arthur’s Seat, and continue on foot from Dunsapie Loch to get magnificent views from the summit. Cycle back down towards Salisbury Crags and get wonderful views of Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town. Continue to Duddingston Loch to discover the secret oasis of Dr. Neil’s Garden at Duddingston Manse. Bike back towards the city center on the Innocent Railway Path. Pedal through Meadows Park and the Grassmarket to arrive back in the Old Town.

Join a guided hike through Edinburgh's most wild green space; Holyrood Park. A path walked for many thousands of years, you'll be walking in the footsteps of ancient Scottish Kings and Queens on this tour. First, explore the most historic and scenic locations within Holyrood Park, uncovering the natural history and human history that make this part of Edinburgh so special. Next, climb your way up to the peak of Arthur's Seat (251m/823 feet above sea level). From here, enjoy the best views Edinburgh has to offer, including Edinburgh Castle, the Old Town, and the whole of South East of Scotland. Finally, we’ll descend back to the starting point and the tour will conclude. You’ll leave with a new sense of wonder for the breathtaking views of this magical city.

Watch the sun disappear below the horizon as you hike to the summit of Arthur's Seat, accompanied by an experienced tour guide. After meeting your guide at the end of the Royal Mile an hour before sunset, enjoy a scenic route through Holyrood Park, immersing yourselves in nature as you ascend the hill. Marvel at the constantly changing sky, with its colors becoming more dramatic as you walk up the hill. Arthur's Seat is right in the middle of the city, so when you reach the top, you are rewarded with stunning views of Edinburgh. On a clear day, you can see far in all directions, with some of Scotland's high mountains visible on the horizon. At the summit, enjoy the panoramic views and take memorable photos before heading back down. Daytime hikes also available Solar Events: - Summer Solstice: 20 June - Autumn Equinox: 22 September - Winter Solstice: 21 December Lunar Events: - Full Moons: 21 July, 19 August, 18 September, 17 October, 15 November, 15 December

Make Edinburgh more accessible by exploring the city with a local on a private, customizable walking tour. Learn about Edinburgh, its landmarks, and local life as you wander around the city's streets with your guide. Choose from 2, 3, 4, 6, or 8-hour tour options to suit your needs. Enjoy a private tour for just you and your group, and gain a deeper insight into Edinburgh life than would be possible alone. Be contacted by your guide before your tour so they have a feel for your interests and tastes, ensuring you only visit the places you are interested in. Then, see Edinburgh through the eyes of a local and discover its hidden gems on your guided walking tour.

Book this tour and your hosts will contact you within 24 hours and ask you questions about your preferences and interests, so they can match you with the right profile and assign a like-minded local Edinburgher. He or she who will become your guide. You'll be paired with guides that are passionate about the place they call home and who choose to spend their free time sharing it with like-minded travelers matched to them. Keeping in mind your personal answers they will put together a bespoke itinerary, just for you. Please note that this will be outlined but flexible. They will arrange a meeting with your guide in the most convenient place for you. If during the tour you feel like changing direction, or your guide believes that you'd enjoy a sight or different experience, they will suggest and discuss with you changes to the itinerary. Enjoy discovering amazing spots in Edinburgh that you don't know about and are difficult to find in any guidebook or on the Internet, because they are lesser known to the crowd but beloved by locals. The day revolves around your wishes so enjoy your private tour and let your local show you the Edinburgh you will love.

Walk with a guide through the uneasy history of Edinburgh’s dark side. Start at Edinburgh’s most infamous cemetery and then walk in the footsteps of criminals, witches, and maybe even ghosts. Learn about the city’s blood-soaked past through locations, anecdotes, and stories. Best experienced as the sun goes down and shadows fill the streets. Wear comfortable shoes for walking and be aware that there are no public toilets on the route. Some topics may be unsuitable for young children. Start at Greyfriars Graveyard and see the Covenanters’ Prison. Walk to the Grassmarket and learn about public executions. Pass by the White Hart Inn and West Bow. Continue to Edinburgh Castle, the Witchery, and the Royal Mile. Visit Advocate’s Close and the Real Mary Kings Close. See Old Fishmarket Close and Deacon Brodie’s Close. Walk to the Vaults and Niddry Street Vaults. Pass by the Banshee Labyrinth and Paisley Close. Continue to John Knox House and World’s End Close. Walk to St Mary’s Street and Canongate Kirkyard. Walk through the Cowgate and finish back where we started. The tour is entirely in English but I will provide a written guide in the languages listed of the main points we visit - Please let me know what language you'd like the guide in so I bring it along.

Discover Edinburgh's hidden gems with our audio tour. In addition to the well-known attractions, our audio guide will unveil the city's hidden treasures as you take a delightful stroll, showcasing why Edinburgh is a city worth exploring. Are you ready to explore the heart of Edinburgh on foot? Put on your most comfortable walking shoes, as we have the perfect itinerary just for you. Start your self-guided walking tour with the CityAppTour app, where you will discover the city's key highlights and some hidden treasures. In just three hours, you can visit Edinburgh's most famous landmarks, including the Scott Monument, St Giles' Cathedral, the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, Arthur’s Seat, and more. This itinerary has been thoughtfully designed to ensure you make the most of your time in the city. The CityAppTour app uses GPS and a detailed map to navigate your journey, eliminating the need for an expensive guide. Listen to captivating stories collected by a local professional guide as you explore. This tour will lead you past Edinburgh’s major attractions, notable public buildings, historic places of worship, cultural hotspots, restaurants, and cafes. You'll also discover some lesser-known facts about the city along the way. Take breaks at your leisure to relax and enjoy a coffee at one of the charming cafés en route. With CityAppTour, you have the freedom to walk at your own pace and truly savor the experience. Once activated, the tour is available until the end of the next day, giving you ample time to complete your journey. Don’t wait any longer; book now to embark on your self-guided adventure and experience Edinburgh on your own terms.

Did you know you can experience the mountains of Scotland without having to drive all the way to the remote Highlands? Arthur’s Seat is a mountain in the middle of Edinburgh which offers panoramic views of the city, the sea, and the Highlands. From the end of the Royal Mile, we pass the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament before heading up the hill to the summit of Arthur's Seat (251 metres / 823 feet). We quickly leave behind the busy city, and immerse ourselves in the tranquil nature of Holyrook Park. Our route to the top of the hill largely avoids the crowded main path, allowing us to enjoy the views, plants, and wildlife as we go. There are plenty of chances to stop, admire the scenery, and take photos on the way. This small-group hike is led by a qualified Mountain Leader, who will set a very relaxed pace, highlight points of interest, and create an informal friendly atmosphere. A moderate level of fitness is required to complete this hike. It includes about 5 kilometres of walking and 250m of ascent.