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Duration: 3 hours
This guided cycle ride (2.5 to 3 hours, 18 km) lets you sample the rich diversity which Edinburgh has to offer and which is best experienced on a bike: picturesque cycle paths, a few of the iconic sites in the heart of the city, verdant Holyrood Park and a coastal promenade.
We start by heading west from our office along a designated cycle path and then emerge in the New Town area, just ½ mile from the city centre. After a short, steep climb through residential streets in this UNESCO World Heritage Site we cross Princes Street (from where you can see Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street Gardens) and head down the lower section of The Royal Mile, experiencing some of the history of the Old Town, towards Holyrood Palace and the Scottish Parliament.
The scenery then changes as we enter Holyrood Park and pass Arthur’s Seat on the way to another quiet cycle path, which follows the route of a disused railway line back down towards the coastline. We finish with a spin along Portobello Promenade and then back to Leith.
There’s simply no better way to see the dramatic and contrasting cityscape of Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland.
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This route mainly uses cycle paths, but has some sections on roads.
NOT suitable for children under 16 years old.
This route is suitable for teenagers, 16 or over, who are confident handling a bike, fit and able to ride for three hours. We recommend our Family Friendly Tour for families with kids under the age of 16, or a Private Tour. Please ask for details.
12B Timberbush, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 6QF
When you have booked and paid please consider your tour confirmed unless you
hear otherwise.
-This route mainly uses cycle paths, but has some sections on roads.
- NOT suitable for children under 16 years old.
- This route is suitable for teenagers, 16 or over, who are confident handling a bike, fit and able to ride for three hours. We recommend our Family Friendly Tour for families with kids under the age of 16, or a Private Tour. Please ask for details.
TIMING
Please make sure you arrive ten minutes before the start time so the group
can depart on time. If you are late you may miss the tour.
LOCATION
All tours depart from our office at 12B Timberbush, Leith, Edinburgh.
Please note:
There is no car parking available at our office. The best way to get to us from central Edinburgh is to take the tram going to Newhaven(NOT Airport) and get off at the Constitution Street stop. Turn left and walk 100 metres along Commercial Street. Timberbush is the first cobbled lane on the right. Allow 20-30 minutes for the journey. You can also catch a number 16 bus from Princes Street. Tell the driver you want to get off at The Shore. For more info on buses please Google Lothian Buses.
As you are cycling in Scotland it is a good idea to dress for all weathers!
Please bring a waterproof jacket, hat and gloves and waterproof trousers if
rain is forecast.
Do not wear jeans as these are not comfortable for riding.
Tuck in your shoe laces so they cannot catch on the pedals.
Bring some water and some money for a cafe stop with you.
If you have any medical conditions we should know about please let us know in
advance.
We look forward to meeting you and showing you a bit of Edinburgh by bike.
Meanwhile, please don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.
