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Grange/Prestonfield

Holyrood Palace – Greyfriars Bobby Statue loop from Edinburgh

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United Kingdom
Scotland
Lothian
Edinburgh
Grange/Prestonfield

Holyrood Palace – Greyfriars Bobby Statue loop from Edinburgh

Easy

5

hikers

Holyrood Palace – Greyfriars Bobby Statue loop from Edinburgh

01:35

5.89km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.10 km

View of the Salisbury Crags from Queen's Drive

Highlight • Volcano

Arthur's Seat marks the highest point of Holyrood Park, a stunning volcanic hill which rises to a height of 251 meters (823 feet) above the city.

The cliffs of Salisbury …

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2

2.40 km

Holyrood Palace

Highlight • Historical Site

At the eastern end of the Royal Mile stands the impressive Holyrood Palace. Officially known as the Palace of Holyroodhouse, it is the official British royal residence in Scotland. It …

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3

2.50 km

Scottish Parliament Building

Highlight • Structure

The Scottish Parliament can also be visited from time to time. We were able to take part in a debate.

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4

3.69 km

Statue of William Henry Playfair

Highlight • Monument

William Henry Playfair

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5

3.71 km

National Museum of Scotland

Highlight • Monument

Simply amazing, free entry, huge

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6

3.87 km

Greyfriars Bobby Statue

Highlight • Monument

Greyfriars Bobby is a terrier who became known for guarding the grave of his owner for some 14 years, until he himself died in 1872.

A fountain with a life-sized …

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7

4.23 km

8

4.35 km

Meadow Walk, The Meadows

Highlight • Trail

Edinburgh is one, if not the greenest cities in the country. Meadow Walk goes straight to the heart of town.

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5.89 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.49 km

2.40 km

764 m

226 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.04 km

2.37 km

183 m

159 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 15 July

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