Viewpoints · Central Scotland
Hike to Arthurs Seat
In or near Edinburgh.
Hike to Arthurs Seat is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
Thomas Nugent — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Best time of year
- Clear days year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 2.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Hike to Arthurs Seat is a named viewpoint in central Scotland, marked on Ordnance Survey maps for its outlook. It sits within the Edinburgh East and Musselburgh parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.1 km away. Postcode area EH15.
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Place summary
Arthur's Seat is a prominent viewpoint located in central Scotland, specifically in the EH15 postcode area. This ancient volcano offers panoramic views of Edinburgh and the surrounding landscape. It is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9446, -3.1593
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH15 3PY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 2.1 km
Sources
- osm: n10765920705 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hike to Arthurs Seat?
- Hike to Arthurs Seat is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH15 3PY).
- What is Hike to Arthurs Seat?
- Hike to Arthurs Seat is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Hike to Arthurs Seat?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH15 3PY.
- Is Hike to Arthurs Seat free to visit?
- Yes, Hike to Arthurs Seat is free to enter.
- How do I get to Hike to Arthurs Seat?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH15 3PY.