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The crowds during festival time can make a taxi journey a slow one. An ideal way to get around Edinburgh for travellers instead is by foot. You may seek the buzz of a walk up the Royal Mile to take in the sights and sounds of the moving people or a more subdued stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens, this guide lists Edinburgh's best walks. For rolling views over the entire city and beyond take a hike up to Arthur's Seat or the steep but pleasant Calton Hill.