Wotjek the Bear Soldier in Princes Street Gardens

Edinburgh Runs

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Run along Portobello Beach, Fisherrow Sands, and the Water of Leith while snapping a few pictures along the way. Through picturesque Circus Lane, the city sights, and pockets of nature like Princes Street Gardens (which has a gorgeous view of Edinburgh Castle), you won’t get bored with the same old roadside views. Most of the routes are well-paved and traffic-free and can easily be extended as you like. Pass by bagpipes and buskers along the streets in between quaint souvenir shops, pubs, restaurants, and a historical site or two such as Charlotte Square. Let us guide you through this wonderful city, while you take in the sights and sounds along the way.

This there-and-back route totals a little bit over 21km. Start off with a scenic warm-up in the Royal Botanic Gardens, walk along the serene Water of Leith, through the birthplace of golf,...
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This relaxed 18-km there-and-back run starts in the Meadows, allows you to visit Dr. Neil’s Garden, then takes you onto the Brunstane Burn Path and Seaview Terrace. Click here to populate this...
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This route is best suited for the casual runner who isn’t pressed for time, as there are a couple of busy streets to navigate and a couple of hills and flights of...
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This run in Edinburgh route takes you through some captivating nature patches in any season. You can easily start and end this route at either point and catch a bus to where...
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Experience the sights and sounds of the city along this short 5km run. You can extend it by rerunning this circular route or lapping the gardens. Depending on the time of year...
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