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.
9. Royal Botanic Garden
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a scientific centre for the study of plants, their diversity and conservation, as well as a popular tourist attraction. The Botanic Garden is perfect for a nice stroll, enjoying all the beautiful plants in this 70 acres of green space not far from the city centre. Photo: Bill Blair
10. Cramond
Whether you pop over to Cramond Island when the tide is out, enjoy the picturesque village itself or wander along the promenade to Silverknowes, this is a perfect spot for a good walk, breathing in the sea air as you go. Photo: Mark Scates - SNS Group