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Holyrood Park

Nature & gardens

Holyrood Park

A large royal park in the middle of Edinburgh built around Arthur's Seat, an extinct volcano, with St Anthony's Chapel ruins and Dunsapie Loch. Families can pick anything from a flat loch-side stroll to the climb to the summit for views over the city.

📍 Edinburgh, Scotland

FreeOutdoorPhoto: David Monniaux

Visitor information

Ages
3–16+
Typical visit
Half day
Address
Queen's Drive, Edinburgh
Opening times
Open to the public; the High Road is currently closed to motor traffic (pedestrians and dismounted cyclists can use it)
⚠️ Opening times, prices and seasonal closures change often. Always confirm on the official website before you set off.Details last checked 7 Oct 2026.

Family facilities

Last checked 7 Oct 2026

  • Toilets
  • AccessibilitySteep, rough paths on the hill; flatter routes round the lower roads.
  • ParkingCar parks within the park

A guide, not a guarantee. Shown only where the venue or a trusted source has told us. Not listed doesn't mean not available — check with the venue if it matters for your visit.

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