For years, I’ve had camping in the Pentlands on my bucket list, but I only managed to check it off this year while being stuck in Edinburgh. The Pentland Hills Regional Park is located 7 miles south of Edinburgh and covers 35 square miles. The park is full of forests, streams, pastures, waterfalls, reservoirs, and, of course, lots and lots of hills.
If you’re looking for free attractions in Edinburgh, whether you’re on a budget or just want to avoid overpriced tourist traps, this is your perfect guide. In recent years, Edinburgh has become quite expensive, even earning a spot as one of Europe’s most expensive cities. Even St Giles’ Cathedral, which has been free for centuries, is now charging a rather exorbitant fee to enter. Thankfully, some of the city’s best features are its beautiful landscapes and hiking trails, but Edinburgh also offers free museums, galleries, gardens, and more.
Recently I wrote about hiking Arthur’s Seat, which I though was great. But Holyrood has nothing on the Pentlands. I already consider Scotland as the most beautiful place…