Arthur's Seat Sunset Hike
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
Great for solo travellers and small groups. Join a qualified local mountain guide on a hike starting right in the city centre. Watch the sunset from the top of Arthur's Seat - Edinburgh's highest hill (251 meters). Get outside and enjoy nature on a scenic route to the summit, away from the crowds. This hike is great for anyone who enjoys the outdoors, natural scenery, photography, or exercise. You'll be able watch the sun go down behind Edinburgh Castle, the Old Town, and the mountains in the background. Enjoy views out to see and towards the Scottish Highlands on the horizon. ** Please arrive a few minutes early so we can begin the hike on time. ** We can't wait for late arrivals.
Inclusions
What's included
- Head Torch
- Guide
Itinerary
Watch the sunset from the summit of Arthur's Seat. We take a scenic route up the hill, away from the crowds, and reach the top in time to watch the sunset. There is plenty of time to stope and take photos before heading back down into the city.
Arthur's Seat is the hill at the centre of Holyrood Park
The King's official residence in Scotland. We might see him if he's at home
See the best view of Edinburgh Castle from Arthur's Seat. This mediaeval fortress sits on top of a steep, craggy, volcanic hill.
The columns and monuments of Calton hill watch us as we climb its bigger neighbour, Arthur's Seat
We begin and end our journey on the Royal Mile
The ruins of an ancient chapel. Here we can see a fantastic view of Edinburgh's skyline
Between Arthur's Seat and Edinburgh Castle lies a steep cliff face. We see this as we ascend the hill
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Look for a big gold 'Kings Gallery' sign on Horse Wynd, opposite the Scottish Parliament building. We will meet 1 hour before official sunset.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Mountain Marcus
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Edinburgh
- Its from-price is 76% below the median of the 1253 experiences we list in Edinburgh.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 270 of 1253.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland's capital, rises on volcanic hills, with a castle on a crag, a medieval Old Town and an elegant Georgian New Town.
Edinburgh Castle crowns Castle Rock and keeps the Honours of Scotland, the Scottish crown jewels. From there, the Royal Mile runs downhill through the Old Town, past St Giles' Cathedral and a warren of narrow closes, to the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament. Arthur's Seat, an ancient volcano, rises above the palace with sweeping views.
Top-ranked sights in Edinburgh: Royal Mile, Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh Castle.
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