Edinburgh
Arthur's Seat
About
Arthur's Seat
Providing some of Edinburghs’s greatest views, Arthur’s Seat is an ancient volcano located in Holyrood Park. After a somewhat challenging hike to the peak you will see stunning landscapes of Edinburgh city and beyond. Arthur’s Seat is a must see for a taste of Edinburgh’s rugged splendour whether you’re climbing to the top or exploring the lower pathways. It’s steeped in rich folklore and history whilst also home to the remains of St. Anthony’s Chapel. At Hopscotch Travel, we have a number of tours which incorporate Arthur's Seat, ranging from day tours from Edinburgh , and day tours from Glasgow.
Things to see & do
FAQs
Arthur's Seat is an extinct volcano that last erupted around 350 million years ago. It's the highest point in a group of volcanic hills at the centre of Edinburgh's Holyrood Park.
Most people reach the summit in around 45 minutes to an hour, depending on fitness and the route. Allow two to three hours for the full round trip at an easy pace.
It's an extinct volcano rising straight out of the heart of Edinburgh, with panoramic views across the city and beyond. Legend links it to King Arthur's Camelot, though the name more likely comes from the Gaelic 'Àrd-na-Said', meaning 'Height of the Arrows'. Robert Louis Stevenson called it 'a hill for magnitude, a mountain in virtue of its bold design.'
The lower paths around Holyrood Park suit all ages and abilities. The full summit climb is steep and needs good fitness, but the lower Salisbury Crags path gives you wide views without the full ascent.
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Arthur's Seat
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