REVIEW – A winter stroll up Calton Hill

Edinburgh Spotlight loves the views that you can get from Calton Hill, especially on clear sunny days.  Thankfully the winter seems to produce more sunny days than the summer and this morning was one of them.

I approached Calton Hill from the Royal Terrace side.

Royal Terrace approach

There is a  map to show the routes you can go, but from this entrance, the only way is up.

Path up to Calton Hill

I was slightly out of breath as I got to the top, but the reviews were well worth it on such a clear (but chilly) day.  I could see all across the Firth of Forth.   You can use one of the many information boards to work out all the major sights across the skyline.

View North across the city

I didn’t have a lot of spare time today, was just fitting in a brief walk before an appointment, but couldn’t possibly leave the top without looking at the best view of them all.  I am so proud to be a native to this city that I live in.

Skyline from Calton Hill

I could see that the big wheel beside the Scott Monument being constructed – the countdown to Christmas is on.

Lots of wonderful views to be had form up here, Arthur’s Seat, the Old Town, the Athenian Acropolis and you could visit the top of Nelson’s Monument for an even better view.

Suitable for disabled? You can enter by car from the Regent Road side and if you are using a wheelchair, then this approach is possible if you have someone VERY strong to assist.  You need to come back down this way as the other exit has steps, or go via the road (but has speed bumps).

Map of this location

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