Arthurs Seat Wilderness Hike Self Guided Audio Tour
Rising 251 meters above Edinburgh, Arthur's Seat is the highest point of the resident city volcano. You'll enter Holyrood Park via the Queen's Drive, walk around St Margaret's Loch, and up to St Anthony's Chapel. Then via the Dasses and Piper's Walk, you'll reach —Arthur's Seat and its subsidiary Crow Hill. On the you will see the vertiginous cliffs of Raven's Rock and Hutton's Section and walk along the edge of awe-inspiring Salisbury Crags. After that, you'll descend into a valley and walk across Hunter's Bog. Before you set foot on the path, make sure you have good walking shoes on. You'll also need some water and snacks.
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Arthurs Seat Wilderness Hike Self Guided Audio Tour
What's included in Arthurs Seat Wilderness Hike Self Guided Audio Tour
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Arthurs SeatPass-by Only
Arthur's Seat is the main peak in the group of hills in Edinburgh, Scotland, which form most of Holyrood Park. This ancient volcano and its surrounding hills are a significant part of Edinburgh's landscape and offer panoramic views of the city.
St. AnthonyPass-by Only
St Anthony's Chapel Ruins, located in Edinburgh, Scotland, is an evocative historical site within Holyrood Park. The St Anthony's Chapel Ruins provide a fascinating window into the past, set amidst the natural beauty of Holyrood Park, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
Holyrood ParkPass-by Only
Holyrood Park, also known as Queen's Park or King’s Park depending on the reigning monarch, is a significant historical and natural landmark in Edinburgh, Scotland. Holyrood Park offers a unique blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and recreational opportunities, making it a treasured asset for both residents and visitors of Edinburgh.
Inclusions
- Detailed route from stop to stop with live GPS map on your smartphone
- Downloadable multimedia audio tour on WeGoTrip app (English)
- A suggestion of the post-hike museum visit or lunch at the museum cafe
- Backstories of most trails and sights on the route to Arthur's Seat and back
- Personal guide — you will get the tour on the mobile app
- Earphones — you should bring your own
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Our tour will be started at the entrance of the Holyrood Park, a royal park in central Edinburgh. This area is notable for its natural beauty, historical significance, and its proximity to several key landmarks in the city.
End Points
- A specific location within Holyrood Park in Edinburgh, near the eastern part of the park.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Audio tour installation instructions 1. You will receive an email and SMS with a link to access the tour. Follow the link and install the free WeGoTrip mobile app. 2. Sign up using your phone number. Access to an audio tour will be in the "Bookings" tab. 3. Click on the "Download" button to download the audio tour to your phone. 4. The app works offline. We recommend you download the application via high-speed internet access at home. So it downloads faster, and you don't have to think about it during the trip. If you have not received a link within 24 hours after the booking, please contact us: US +1 650 989 97 95 Europe: +44 208 089 69 25.
