Holyrood Park

Holyrood Park is a unique historic landscape in the heart of the city, whose dramatic crags and hills give Edinburgh part of its distinctive skyline.

About Holyrood Park

	Holyrood Park Queen's Dr, Edinburgh East EH8 8HG
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The park contains a wealth of history and archaeology spanning thousands of years.

Because of this history the park is a Scheduled Monument and looked after by Historic Scotland. Due to its diverse flora and geology it is also a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Please respect the fragility of the park and help the Ranger Service when you visit by abiding by the park rules and regulations.

Highlights:
The amazing view of Edinburgh from Arthur’s Seat – the park’s highest point at 251m above sea level – and the Salisbury Crags, world famous since their association with famous geologist James Hutton in the 1700s, which dominate the Edinburgh skyline.

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Upcoming Events at Holyrood Park

Active

Arthur’s Secrets

Selected dates between 14th January 2025 - 31st March 2026

Holyrood Park, Edinburgh East

Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

Active

Arthur’s Amble

Selected dates between 27th April 2025 - 28th September 2025

Holyrood Park, Edinburgh East

Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

Family and Kids

Holyrood Family Adventure

Selected dates between 13th October 2025 - 16th February 2026

Holyrood Park, Edinburgh East

Discover more about Holyrood's wildlife, history and volcanic landscape with these fun filled sessions in the dramatic landscape of Holyrood Park.

Charity and Fundraiser

Starlight Walk Edinburgh

1st November 2025

Holyrood Park, Edinburgh East

Join Sands, the stillbirth & neonatal death charity, on Saturday 1st November for the Starlight Walk Edinburgh!

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