Holyrood's History Walk

Ranger-led guided walk around Holyrood Park, focusing on its history

Join a ranger to learn about Holyrood Park's rich and varied history, from its ancient past to royal status

Dates

Performances on 6/24/2026 12:00:00 AM

Holyrood's History Walk
Wednesday 24 June 2026 1:00PM to 3:00PM

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Holyrood Park, , Edinburgh, EH9 1SH

  • Ranger Service
  • 0131 652 8150
  • rangers@hes.scot
  • Meeting point: Broad Pavement Car Park, next to the entrance of the car park on the grass verge opposite the car park kiosk (Queens Drive, Holyrood Park, Edinburgh EH8 8AZ)
  • Route: Hunter’s Bog/Volunteers’ Walk/Camstane area. This may change.
  • Grade: Moderate. May not suitable for disabled people - route contains rough tracks, uneven and boggy terrain, steep inclines and declines. Please contact the Ranger Service for more information.
  • Age: This walk may not be suitable for children under 12 years
  • Bring: Warm, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear with good grips. A snack and a drink
  • Toilets: Toilets are available at the Holyrood Park Education Centre (EH8 8HG). No toilets on the walk itself.
  • Parking: Broad Pavement Car Park (off Queen's Drive, next to Holyrood Palace). Charges apply Mon-Fri, 8.30am to 5.30pm (except public holidays). Free for blue badge holders.
  • Road Closures: Holyrood Park roads are closed every Saturday and Sunday. Local roads and car parks may be subject to closures
  • Dogs are not permitted except assistance dogs

If you need more information please contact the Ranger Service: rangers@hes.scot or call 0131 652 8150

This event is unticketed (Rank = 0)

  • Wednesday 24 June 2026
  • Walks and Guided Tours
  • Normal
  • Archaeology, Nature, Ranger Service
  • Holyrood Park
  • Fully booked: False
  • Tickets available soon: True
  • Ranger Service
  • 0131 652 8150
  • rangers@hes.scot

This event is unticketed (Rank = 0)

  • Meeting point: Broad Pavement Car Park, next to the entrance of the car park on the grass verge opposite the car park kiosk (Queens Drive, Holyrood Park, Edinburgh EH8 8AZ)
  • Route: Hunter’s Bog/Volunteers’ Walk/Camstane area. This may change.
  • Grade: Moderate. May not suitable for disabled people - route contains rough tracks, uneven and boggy terrain, steep inclines and declines. Please contact the Ranger Service for more information.
  • Age: This walk may not be suitable for children under 12 years
  • Bring: Warm, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear with good grips. A snack and a drink
  • Toilets: Toilets are available at the Holyrood Park Education Centre (EH8 8HG). No toilets on the walk itself.
  • Parking: Broad Pavement Car Park (off Queen's Drive, next to Holyrood Palace). Charges apply Mon-Fri, 8.30am to 5.30pm (except public holidays). Free for blue badge holders.
  • Road Closures: Holyrood Park roads are closed every Saturday and Sunday. Local roads and car parks may be subject to closures
  • Dogs are not permitted except assistance dogs

If you need more information please contact the Ranger Service: rangers@hes.scot or call 0131 652 8150