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Holyrood Palace – St Columba’s Free Church loop from Edinburgh

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Holyrood Palace – St Columba’s Free Church loop from Edinburgh

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Holyrood Palace – St Columba’s Free Church loop from Edinburgh

00:59

3.56km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

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Parking

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334 m

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 was designed and built by Sir William Bruce between 1671 and 1678.

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1.41 km

Stevenlaw's Close

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It is a wonderful street and the 10/10 constructions make me feel like I traveled to the past, plan your day well to enjoy all these beauties.

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1.51 km

Adam Smith Statue, Royal Mile

Highlight • Monument

Adam Smith was a Scottish philosopher and enlightener. He is considered the founder of classical economics. is taught in economics.

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1.54 km

High Street (Royal Mile, Edinburgh)

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The road leading to Edinburgh Castle. The heart of the city of Edinburgh.

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1.60 km

Advocate's Close

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Advocates Close is a narrow and steep alley in Edinburgh of medieval origin, redeveloped in the early 21st century. With a multiplicity of steps it is not accessible to disabled persons.

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1.86 km

St Columba’s Free Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Tolbooth Kirk (The Hub) This spectacular Edinburgh landmark was the Assembly Hall for the Church of Scotland. It is situated on the Royal Mile just below the castle. The church fell into disuse in the 1980s and was restored in the late 20th century by restorers who combined traditional Victorian features with bold contemporary features to create The Hub. The Edinburgh International Festival now uses it as a central ticket office and as a venue for concerts and events. There is also a café inside. The Hub is also used for festivals, cultural events, conferences and weddings.

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2.30 km

The Tron Kirk and the Royal Mile Market

Highlight • Religious Site

The Tron Kirk, like so many of the city's churches, has now been repurposed. There is a market hall here.

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3.13 km

Scottish Parliament Building

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The Scottish Parliament Building is the home of the Scottish Parliament at Holyrood, within the UNESCO World Heritage Site in central Edinburgh. Construction of the building commenced in June 1999 and the Members of the Scottish Parliament held their first debate in the new building on 7 September 2004. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scottish_Parliament_Building

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3.56 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.12 km

820 m

481 m

132 m

Surfaces

3.12 km

278 m

142 m

< 100 m

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Weather

Friday 8 May

11°C

5°C

28 %

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Holyrood Palace – St Columba’s Free Church loop from Edinburgh

Holyrood Palace

Stevenlaw's Close

Adam Smith Statue, Royal Mile

High Street (Royal Mile, Edinburgh)

Advocate's Close

St Columba’s Free Church

The Tron Kirk and the Royal Mile Market

Scottish Parliament Building

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