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Holyrood Park

Holyrood Park is a unique historic landscape in the heart of the city, whose dramatic crags and hills give Edinburgh its distinctive skyline.

Holyrood Park

Within Holyrood Park is a wealth of history and archaeology spanning thousands of years. Arthur’s Seat is one of four hill forts dating from around 2000 years ago.

The park is a scheduled ancient monument and a site of special scientific interest due to its archaeology, geology and wildlife.

The Park offers walks, solace, wildlife, volcanic geology and unparalleled views of the city from its many vantage points.

PDF icon Holyrood Park Map and Guide [pdf, 797kb]

PDF icon Holyrood Park Traffic Regulation FAQs [pdf, 32kb]

Holyrood Park Ranger service


Location

Region – Edinburgh and the Lothians

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19 June 2013

Dallas Dhu Guided Tours

Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery

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William McTaggart Exhibition

Duff House

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Ring of Brodgar Guided Walk

Ring Of Brodgar Stone Circle and Henge

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Arthur's Adventure

Holyrood Park

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Standing Stones of Stenness Guided Walk

Stones Of Stenness Circle And Henge

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Skara Brae Guided Tours

Skara Brae Prehistoric Village

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Kilts and Captivity

Edinburgh Castle

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Free Tours at Duff House

Duff House

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