Arthur's Seat
A wee volcano rising from central Edinburgh - Salisbury Crags and a 360-degree city-and-Forth panorama
The route
The line through Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.
Season & conditions
Year-round
Wind, rain; exposed little summit
Open year-round; windy and slippery when wet/icy. Confirm.
On the trail
Grassy and rocky paths up an extinct volcano in a city park
Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally
Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally
Accessible to most walkers and families; not fully wheelchair accessible - confirm
Very popular city walk
Several routes up; the gentle Dunsapie approach; sunrise tradition
Getting there & staying
Holyrood, central Edinburgh (walkable from the Royal Mile)
Out-and-back/loop - no shuttle needed
Day route - none needed
Day-hike kit, water, sun/rain protection, sturdy footwear; coverage varies
Services in Edinburgh; limited or none on the trail
Not required; self-guided
Permits & safety
No permit; free (Holyrood Park)
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Wind, slippery rock, cliff edges at Salisbury Crags
Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.