Timeline
13:40
Grab an early dinner at MUMS. The comfort food menu is perfect for fueling up before the climb, and the venue is open until late.
14:40
Walk ten minutes up Calton Hill. Arrive here an hour and a half before sunset to find a spot on the crag. The National Monument frames the skyline as the sun dips toward the SW.
16:40
Head back down to Sandy Bells for a post-sunset pint. The pub is open late and offers live folk music every night, providing a lively atmosphere to wind down the evening.
Local tip
Calton Hill is a short walk from the Museum of Childhood, but the climb is steep. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a light layer as it gets chilly after the sun goes down.
Check before you go
- MUMS is open Mo-Sa 09:00-22:00; Su 10:00-22:00.
- Sandy Bells is open Mo-Sa 12:00-01:00; Su 12:30-24:00.
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