"Arthur's Seat, an ancient, extinct volcano, is a defining landmark of Edinburgh's skyline and often tops lists of must-see attractions. Although I love its ridge walk and summit hikes, I think it tends to overshadow its equally striking and lesser-known neighbors: the Pentland Hills and Blackford Hill. I gravitate toward the Pentlands, which offer about a 62-mile network of trails for a range of abilities, less than an hour from the city center."
"Just northwest of the city center, Cramond Island is connected to the shore of Edinburgh via a tidal causeway, allowing individuals to walk across the Firth of Forth to this island during low tide. I always recommend this unique experience, and think it's a great opportunity to explore Cramond's rugged terrain and scattered wartime bunkers while basking in the picturesque views."
A move from the US to Edinburgh in 2021 revealed medieval architecture, whisky distilleries, and more sunshine than expected. Popular sites such as the Royal Mile, Arthur's Seat, and Edinburgh Castle remain important, but several lesser-known outdoor locations also merit attention. The Pentland Hills provide roughly a 62-mile trail network for varied abilities about an hour from the city. Blackford Hill offers wooded nature-reserve trails and sweeping views about 20 minutes from downtown. Cramond Island connects via a tidal causeway for low-tide walks across the Firth of Forth, with rugged terrain and scattered wartime bunkers; check tide charts before visiting.
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