A dose of Dr Neil’s nature pill

Walks, Scotland, City of Edinburgh

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  • Step 1: There’s a car park just here off Queen’s Drive. This area is Holyrood Park.

  • Ok a clearer day you can see towards the top of Arthur’s Seat a mountain and extinct volcano. The top gives panoramic views of the city.

    Step 2: Ok a clearer day you can see towards the top of Arthur’s Seat a mountain and extinct volcano. The top gives panoramic views of the city.

  • Step 3: But this particular walk is a more gentle stroll around one of our favourite hidden gems in the city of Edinburgh. There’s a nearby information point if you want more info about the park. Otherwise cross the road safely.

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