Holyrood Park
| Length | 3.3 mi |
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| Est. Steps | 7500 |
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Holyrood Park Introduction
Holyrood Park is a 3.3 mile (7,500-step) route located near Edinburgh, Scotland. This route has an elevation gain of about 0 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.
Holyrood Park is a hilly public park with a 5 miles radius close to Edinburgh Old Town. It is 251m high at its peak where Arthur’s Seat is.
A rather challenging hike/walk up for first timers actually. It has volcanic cliff faces, steep pathways, mini lochs, and a hillside ruin (St. Anthony's Chapel). It has both the rugged and natural landscape iconic across Scotland. A freshwater Loch, Duddingston Loch is about midway up the top.
It takes about half-an-hour from the Queen's Drive on the inner ring road to the top. The top offers excellent views of Edinburgh. Whether it’s a run or a walk it’s a definitely great work out.
A decent climb with nice views, good amount of grass on dry days. It’s also continent that one lap is about 5km
Last updated: Dec 1, 2025
