Arthur's Seat Sunset Hike with Mountain Guide

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Great for solo travellers and small groups. Join a qualified local mountain guide on a hike starting right in the city centre.

Watch the sunset from the top of Arthur's Seat - Edinburgh's highest hill (251 meters). Get outside and enjoy nature on a scenic route to the summit, away from the crowds.

This hike is great for anyone who enjoys the outdoors, natural scenery, photography, or exercise. You'll be able watch the sun go down behind Edinburgh Castle, the Old Town, and the mountains in the background. Enjoy views out to see and towards the Scottish Highlands on the horizon.

** Please arrive 10 mintutes early so we can begin the hike on time.

** We can't wait for late arrivals.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Head Torch

A local Scottish snack is provided at the summit

Toilets - There are no toilets anywhere on the hike, so arrive prepared!

What To Expect

Arthur's Seat

Watch the sunset from the summit of Arthur's Seat. We take a scenic route up the hill, away from the crowds, and reach the top in time to watch the sunset. There is plenty of time to stope and take photos before heading back down into the city.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Holyrood Park

Arthur's Seat is the hill at the centre of Holyrood Park

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Sunset Hike

Sunrise Hike

Reviews

4.96

27 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great Hike!
Lana Y,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Marcus was incredibly informative and helpful as we made our journey up Arthur's seat. The views were stunning. The "Boy Scout and 2 Eagle Scout Moms"! Great tips for Inverness. Walrus and Corkscrew was wonderful!! Thank you SO much!!
Top Notch!
Niklas O,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent! Super knowledgeable and friendly guide. Great way to experience Edinburgh from a different perspective.
Wonderful time with Marcus and the views were amazing
E2461YDsuzannes,
Sep 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a wonderful experience. Our guide Marcus was very knowledgeable. He kept the pace none too harsh. He remained careful about our safety. It was nice to have some tea and snack at the top.
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Not an experience to miss! 🌅
Sarah-Ann Y,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Marcus was a great guide- informative about the area and thoughtful with a Scottish treat on the summit. There were plenty of breaks and Marcus was intentional about checking in on how everyone was doing to ensure hikers of different abilities were doing okay. I especially appreciated how friendly Marcus was- that made for an even better experience! This was my favorite experience in all of Edinburgh- highly, highly recommend!!
Unbelievable views!
jeannebF5795ER,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wow the view is worth the hike. We were told expect it to take about 45 minutes, it took us an hour but we took a couple breaks on the way up. Wear good shoes, the trail is a mix of stone/sand and rock. Could be slippery in places.
History Hike
D9796PValexisr,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We went in a small group with Marcus as our guide. He obviously loves his job and great at providing a backdrop of history plus nature. He was also fantastic about having pre planned stops to allow for questions and to catch your breath.
Great hike up Arthur’s...
MartineTherese H,
Jul 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great hike up Arthur’s Seat! Sarah was a fantastic guide :) She kept a pace everyone was comfortable with and stopped at perfect locations for pictures!
Enjoyable and interesting hike with breathtaking views
megancU6721GB,
Jul 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The walk was very interesting with a range of routes and views both there and back. They adapted to people with different hiking/walking skill sets and we stopped a range of times for rest breaks and photo opportunities. The guide was very welcoming and social.
Beautiful views, private, good guides.
olmie75,
Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nice guide, breathtaking views. Nice, small group unlike the massive herds of people that get herded around in most tours in Edinburgh.
Authentic Edinburgh Outdoor Experience!
Siobhan E,
Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a guided sunset tour at Arthur’s Chair with Marcus and it was the most amazing experience! Marcus is extremely knowledgeable of the area and made the experience so fun and enjoyable. He can accommodate the hike for multiple fitness levels. Your reward is the most beautiful views of the city! If you are looking for an experience that is that is an outdoor adventure in the middle of the city I would highly recommend this activity and Marcus as your guide!