With the hustle and bustle that comes to the city every August, why not head out for a peaceful walk at some point this month to escape traffic gridlock and the tourists slowly wandering around Edinburgh city centre?
Although there are some fantastic shows to see at this years Edinburgh Festival Fringe, which officially began today, Friday, August 1, a whole month of it taking over the city can start to become tiresome for locals, and a nice calming walk is just the ticket to avoid another stressful August.
There is the calm of walking alongside the Water of Leith, being at one with nature in Colinton Dell, a trip to Cramond Island, or head into the Pentland Hills for a nice relaxing walk.
5. The Meadows
Situated in the centre of Edinburgh, the Meadows is a popular spot for walking in the Capital and for people meeting up or going for a cycle or jog. Pic Lisa Ferguson. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
6. Holyrood Park
Another city centre hotspot for walkers and people going out for a cycle or a jog, Holyrood Park includes Duddingston Loch and St Margaret's Loch around Arthur's Seat, with Dunsapie Loch at the top of the hill also. Arthur's Seat offers some stunning views of Edinburgh and surrounding areas. Photo by Scott Louden. Photo: Photographer: Scott Louden
7. Corstorphine Hill
Corstorphine Hill is a low ridge-shaped hill rising above the western suburbs of Edinburgh. Perfect for a nice walk, it offers views of the city and has a walled garden and Corstorphine Hill Tower, which was built 150 years ago as a memorial to Sir Walter Scott. Photo by Jane Barlow. Photo: Jane Barlow
8. Blackford Hill
This 164 metre high hill is perfect for walks and includes Blackford Pond. Together with the Hermitage of Braid, it comprises the 60.3 hectares Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve, within which lies Hermitage House. Photo by Malcolm McCurrach. Photo: Malcolm McCurrach