What is the altitude of Edinburgh?
The elevation of Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland, varies across the city. The city centre, known as the Old Town, is situated on a series of hills, and the highest point within the city boundary is Arthur's Seat, which has an elevation of 251 metres (823 feet) above sea level. The highest point within the Edinburgh city limits is actually Caerketton Hill, which is located in the south of the city and has an elevation of 512 metres (1,680 feet). The average elevation of Edinburgh is approximately 150 metres (492 feet) above sea level.