Arthur's Seat: Celtic History and Arthurian Legends Tour

On this guided walk in Holyrood Park, see where an ancient tribe of Celts lived 2000 years ago. Learn about their culture and the artefacts that they have left behind.

Discover the origins of the legend of King Arthur. Hear how the earliest surviving tales about King Arthur are linked with Edinburgh.

Explore this beauty spot. Go beyond Arthur's Seat and see the beautiful Duddingston Loch, the historic St Anthony's Chapel, and the impressive Salisbury Crags.

Led by an expert in medieval history and mythology, Dr Nathan Hood, explore the stunning scenery at the heart of Scotland’s capital. Book Now to reserve a space!

Length

Approximately 3 to 3 and a half hours.

Tour Route

The walk offers a great way to see the best of Holyrood Park. Following a circular route from the Broad Pavement Carpark, the tour will visit many important sites which offer spectacular views of the city and countryside. These include:

St Anthony’s Chapel
Arthur’s Seat
The Queen’s Road above Duddingston Loch
Samson’s Ribs
Salisbury Crags
At each stage your guide, Dr Nathan Hood, will share his in-depth knowledge about the park’s ancient residents and their Arthurian connections.

Note: though we will do our best to follow this route, due to weather conditions there may need to be alterations to the tour for safety reasons.

Additional Information

The walk is strenuous. We will cross rough ground and climb steep inclines. The tour may not be suitable for disabled people.

Even on sunny days there can be strong winds and rain. Please come with suitable clothing: good walking boots, a light rain jacket etc.

Please also bring a drink and a snack.

The tour is not suitable for children under 12.

For more information, please visit the FAQs or get in touch directly via the Contact page.

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