Photos: Patche99z, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0 Richard Webb , Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0 Clarkson Frederick Stanfield, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain
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Photos: Patche99z, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0 Richard Webb , Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0 Clarkson Frederick Stanfield, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain
Arthur's Seat, an extinct volcano above the city
Your local guide
Fiona MacLeod
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Highlights
- A volcano inside the city
- Salisbury Crags' ancient rock columns
- The view over the Firth of Forth
- Grass giving way to bare rock
- Every landmark named from the summit
About this tour
This session climbs Arthur's Seat, an extinct volcano that sits right inside the city, from the lower path through Holyrood Park up past Salisbury Crags to the summit. You see the grass give way to bare rock, the columns in the crag face, and finally the full view over Edinburgh toward the Firth of Forth. Fiona explains how the hill was formed and what's visible from the top on a clear day.
After a sound check at the park gates, the climb happens in stages, with a pause at the crags and another near the top for questions. Fiona keeps the pace steady so the phone stays stable, and sends a short list of the landmarks visible from the summit afterwards.
It suits anyone curious about the geology beneath a capital city, and works well as a first look at Edinburgh's layout before a visit. It is also a good session for those who enjoy a proper walk.
Included
- Live video walk with a local guide
- Questions to your guide all the way
- A short list of places to visit later
Not included
- Internet connection
- Travel to the city
Itinerary
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Welcome and sound check 7 min
The guide joins the video call, checks the picture and sound with you, and gives you a quick sense of Edinburgh before heading out.
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The path up from Holyrood Park 21 min
The camera follows the lower path as it climbs away from the park gates, the city dropping away behind. Fiona points out how the grass gives way to bare volcanic rock further up.
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Salisbury Crags 21 min
The cliff face of Salisbury Crags runs alongside the path, dark rock formed by an ancient volcanic sill. She explains how the rock cooled to form the columns visible in the cliff.
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The summit view 21 min
From the top, the whole city spreads out toward the Firth of Forth. Fiona names the landmarks visible from the summit, from the Castle to the bridges in the distance.
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Your questions 14 min
Time to ask anything about Edinburgh: prices, safety, food, or whatever you are curious about.
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A short list to keep 6 min
Before you go, the guide sums up with a few things worth remembering: a dish to try: Haggis, neeps and tatties and Leith, worth a slower look.
Good to know
- A stable wifi or mobile connection makes the picture smoother than a shaky one.
- Any phone, tablet or laptop with a camera works. You watch, the guide does the walking.
- Times are shown in London time, so check the time where you are before you book.
- The session is not recorded, and recording it yourself is not allowed. Feel free to take your own notes.
- Ask questions any time, out loud or in the chat. The guide will pause to answer.
- Sessions run in small groups, up to 8 people, so there is room for everyone to ask something.
Questions about this tour
What will the session cover?
The guide walks through Edinburgh, showing you The path up from Holyrood Park and Salisbury Crags live on camera, plus whatever else you would like to see.
What happens if my connection drops?
Rejoin with the same link within a few minutes and the guide will catch you up on anything you missed.
Can I ask the guide questions during the session, or is it a fixed script?
Anything, any time. Sessions leave room for your own questions throughout, not just at the end.
How it works
- You get one join link after booking.
- Join from any device: phone, tablet or laptop.
- We meet on Google Meet; the link comes with your booking. I climb Arthur's Seat live with my phone, pausing wherever the view is worth holding on.
Times shown in London time (GMT)
Cancellation
Flexible
- Cancel up to 24 hours before the start: full refund.
- Cancel less than 24 hours before the start, or no-show: no refund.
- If the guide cancels or the date does not reach its minimum group: full refund.
- Cancel in My Account → Bookings; the refund is calculated from the start time in the tour's local time.
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