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Holyrood Park

Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh EH16 5BT, Scotland (Holyrood/Scottish Parliament)
+44 (0)131 652 8150
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Ranked #10 of 174 attractions in Edinburgh
Type: Parks, Castles
Activities: Hiking
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Owner description: Holyrood Park is a unique historic landscape in the heart of the city, whose dramatic crags and hills give Edinburgh its distinctive skyline. Within... more » Owner description: Holyrood Park is a unique historic landscape in the heart of the city, whose dramatic crags and hills give Edinburgh its distinctive skyline. Within the park is a wealth of history and archaeology spanning thousands of years. Arthur's Seat is one of four hill forts, dating from around 2,000 years ago. As well as it's rich cultural heritage, the park offers walks, solace, wildlife, volcanic geology and unparalleled vistas of the city from its many vantage points. « less
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Stroud, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

We ran a 1/2 marathon in Edinburgh in April that started and finished at Holyrood Park. This was absolutely wonderful! Beautiful area and not at all what I expected from a Park.

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Scotland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

Lovely place to stroll down to at the bottom of the royal mile. Shows you the magic of Edinburgh - one minute you're in the city, the next you're looking at an exting volcano and surrounded by greenlands and trees.

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Waterloo, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

We hiked to the top of Holyrood Park and it was so enjoyable. It really gave you a great opportunity to look out at the City. It is a bit of a hike to reach the top but the views are unbelievable. I recommend it as one of the #1 things to do in Edinburgh. Best on a clear day.

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New Delhi, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

regretfully we did not have much time to spend on the Hoyrood park but loved the typical Scottish flavor. we would love to return and do more trekking here

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Hinesburg, Vermont
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Fun visit for us off-peak travelers. The "manage it yourself" audio tour was ample but not overwhelming. Nice glimpse into royal life as they visit their Scottish home-away-from-home.

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Great park with so much to see. Definitely climb Arthur's Seat if you get the chance and then check out the swan lake and St. Anthony's chapel ruins!

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Port Fairy, Victoria, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

Interesting to wander through these rooms, history everywhere and the gardens are worth the visit anyway. Another part of Edinburgh to enjoy

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Lexington, Kentucky
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

I enjoy all things royal and this palace didn't disappoint. We were so fortunate to be able to see it the last day before closing for royal visits.

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Gives a good over view of the history of Scottish royalty....follow this excursion along the Royal Mile up to the castles for a full experience.

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Stockholm
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

fantastic views and nice work out!!! very safe and many people jogg by. be aware of falling stones as the signes say all aroud, but otherwise well worth the climbing up!

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