Outdoors and walks in Edinburgh
Arthur's Seat volcanic hike, Calton Hill sunsets, Water of Leith Walkway, Pentland Hills and scenic cycling routes from the city.
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Edinburgh: guided hike to Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park
Edinburgh: Arthur's Seat hike with mountain guide
Edinburgh: Arthur's Seat sunset hike
Edinburgh: 20-mile cycling loop tour
Edinburgh: scenic bike tour
Edinburgh: 3-hr bike tour — city centre, Holyrood Park & Portobello
Edinburgh: 5-hr bike tour — coast & Forth Road Bridges
Read our in-depth guides
Arthur's Seat hiking guide
Complete guide to hiking Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh: best routes, how long it takes, what to wear, and when to go for the best views.
Best walks in Edinburgh
Edinburgh's best walks ranked honestly: city history walks, Arthur's Seat, the Water of Leith, Calton Hill, Portobello, and the Pentland Hills.
Cycling in Edinburgh
Complete guide to cycling in Edinburgh: best routes, where to hire a bike, the waterfront loop, canal paths, and whether Edinburgh is actually cycleable.
Pentland Hills guide
Everything you need for a day in the Pentland Hills: best walking routes, access from Edinburgh, what to expect, and honest advice on the terrain.
Portobello beach guide
The honest guide to Portobello beach: Edinburgh's seaside suburb, what the beach is actually like, when to go, and what to do there beyond sunbathing.
Water of Leith walkway
Complete guide to walking the Water of Leith: the full 12-mile route, best sections, access points, Dean Village, and what to see along the way.