Holyrood Park
Holyrood Park
You're Reading
Synopsis
A beautiful Royal Park within spitting distance of the capital, Holyrood offers visitors to Edinburgh a real taste of the Scottish Highlands. With 650 acres of high hills, wide glens, steep cliffs, craggy ridges and deep lochs it … Read more
A taste of the Highlands right by the capital
Word to the wise: If you want to go climbing here, you’ll need to apply for a free permit at the education centre on the east side of the park.
A beautiful Royal Park within spitting distance of the capital, Holyrood offers visitors to Edinburgh a real taste of the Scottish Highlands. With 650 acres of high hills, wide glens, steep cliffs, craggy ridges and deep lochs it makes for a perfect excursion from the city – particularly during busy festival times.
Besides the iconic Arthur’s Seat – the highest peak in the area – Holyrood Park offers a range of other attractions, both natural and man-made. Its rib-like basalt rock formations, natural springs and abundant wildlife are matched only by its ruined abbeys, historic chapels and famous memorials. The popular park also offers adrenaline-pumping activities from hiking to canoeing, to rock climbing. So whether you’re a nature lover, a history buff or a sporty type, there's something to amuse.
For Guidepal's mobile app, click here
closecomments
Be the first one to review.
We have sent you a verification email. To verify, just follow the link in the message
end of article
Next story
Dunbar's Close
Popular Galleries
Trending Stories
World’s ancient engineering marvels and where to find them; one is from India
Best destinations for river rafting in India
Guess the size of General Sherman, the largest tree on Earth by volume?
Say 'I Do' at these 6 stunning places in India this summer
10 most affordable countries in the world in 2024
Comments (0)