
Besta beaches í Edinburgh
beaches sem nýtur mestra vinsælda í Edinburgh. Umsagnir og einkunnir heimamanna
1. Portobello
1. Portobello



15 umsagnir á staðnum
Portobello, Edinburgh
SublocalityPolitical

We've listed Portobello under everything else because it falls into so many categories! It's Edinburgh's beach…

A long beach with stunning views. Lots cafes and bars along the way. The espy bar is a great one- top tip is…

An interesting village feel with a promenade and clean beach....bit cold for a swim but the brave Edinburgh fo…
1. Portobello
1. Portobello



15 umsagnir á staðnum
Portobello, Edinburgh

Josh And Christie
We've listed Portobello under everything else because it falls into so many categories! It's Edinburgh's beach, it's a 20 min bus ride from …

Laura
A long beach with stunning views. Lots cafes and bars along the way. The espy bar is a great one- top tip is get the Espy Egg Breakfast, t…

Wendy
An interesting village feel with a promenade and clean beach....bit cold for a swim but the brave Edinburgh folk do go for a paddle.
2. North Berwick
2. North Berwick



21 umsagnir á staðnum
North Berwick, North Berwick
LocalityPolitical

Fancy a trip to the seaside? Take the number 44 bus to Waverley Station in Edinburgh city centre then take the…

Beautiful seaside town with fantastic beaches. There is the Scottish seabird centre here which is particularly…

Great for a day trip from Edinburgh. Lovely beach, nice cafes, restaurants and shops. We particularly recommen…
2. North Berwick
2. North Berwick



21 umsagnir á staðnum
North Berwick, North Berwick

David
Fancy a trip to the seaside? Take the number 44 bus to Waverley Station in Edinburgh city centre then take the train to North Berwick (25 mi…

Amy
Beautiful seaside town with fantastic beaches. There is the Scottish seabird centre here which is particularly good for families. You can al…

Douglas & Eilidh
Great for a day trip from Edinburgh. Lovely beach, nice cafes, restaurants and shops. We particularly recommend Bostock Bakery and Steampunk…
3. Arthur's Seat
3. Arthur's Seat



459 umsagnir á staðnum
Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh
Natural feature

It is fairly central and beautiful views across the city, next to the Palace... If you have a car or are willi…

Extinct volcano in holyrood park need walking shoes,or portobello beach on your doorstep

Do not come to Edinburgh without climbing up Arthur's Seat. It will be worth it when you get to the top, I pro…
3. Arthur's Seat
3. Arthur's Seat



459 umsagnir á staðnum
Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh

Linda
It is fairly central and beautiful views across the city, next to the Palace... If you have a car or are willing to take a bus we also have …

Graeme
Extinct volcano in holyrood park need walking shoes,or portobello beach on your doorstep

Emily
Do not come to Edinburgh without climbing up Arthur's Seat. It will be worth it when you get to the top, I promise.
4. Dalriada
4. Dalriada



16 umsagnir á staðnum
RestaurantFoodEstablishment

A wonderful pub by the Scottish seaside... go for walks along the beach and have a pint at this pub which look…

Often has folk music evenings/weekends. Whisky and ales. A fire. They also have a garden area with picnic tabl…

A wonderful pub with an open fire, great atmosphere for the live music sessions, Sunday being the best (1500-1…
4. Dalriada
4. Dalriada



16 umsagnir á staðnum

Vroni
A wonderful pub by the Scottish seaside... go for walks along the beach and have a pint at this pub which looks out to the sea... there is l…

Emily
Often has folk music evenings/weekends. Whisky and ales. A fire. They also have a garden area with picnic tables out front, if you put your …

Jennifer
A wonderful pub with an open fire, great atmosphere for the live music sessions, Sunday being the best (1500-1800). Child friendly with a la…
5. Aberdour Castle
5. Aberdour Castle



7 umsagnir á staðnum
Aberdour Castle, Aberdour
Opið núna
0131 668 8916
Establishment

This is a castle that was featured in the TV show Outlander, and of course it has other fascinating history th…

Fabulous ruined castle and a great beach walk that connects to the Fife Coastal Path.

Worth a visit!
5. Aberdour Castle
5. Aberdour Castle



7 umsagnir á staðnum
Aberdour Castle, Aberdour
Opið núna
0131 668 8916

Rowan
This is a castle that was featured in the TV show Outlander, and of course it has other fascinating history that isn't as recent! There is …

Fenella
Fabulous ruined castle and a great beach walk that connects to the Fife Coastal Path.

Vikki
Worth a visit!
6. Portobello High St
6. Portobello High St



2 umsagnir á staðnum
Portobello High St, Edinburgh
Route

Lovely pubs on the beach (Espy - great food, Dalriada - great folk music). Great cafe's (e.g. Beach House, Vic…

Portobellos famous beach, with a mile long stretch of sand, local shops, pubs, cafes. Further along you ar…

Lovely pubs on the beach (Espy - great food, Dalriada - great folk music). Great cafe's (e.g. Beach House, Vic…
6. Portobello High St
6. Portobello High St



2 umsagnir á staðnum
Portobello High St, Edinburgh

Justin & Eva !
Lovely pubs on the beach (Espy - great food, Dalriada - great folk music). Great cafe's (e.g. Beach House, Victor Hugo's). Fantastic Earthy …

Veronica
Portobellos famous beach, with a mile long stretch of sand, local shops, pubs, cafes. Further along you arrive at Musselburgh with its …

Justin & Eva !
Lovely pubs on the beach (Espy - great food, Dalriada - great folk music). Great cafe's (e.g. Beach House, Victor Hugo's). Fantastic Earthy …
7. The Beach House
7. The Beach House



20 umsagnir á staðnum
StoreMeal takeawayCafe

Special breads, fabulous cakes and hot drinks. A perfect way to finish up a swim or walk at Portobello beach…

This a fantastic cafe right on the beach front, next to the boat club. Serves delicious, ethically sourced an…

Low-key cafe with beachside tables, for organic coffee and cake, light lunches and specialty breads.
7. The Beach House
7. The Beach House



20 umsagnir á staðnum

Liam
Special breads, fabulous cakes and hot drinks. A perfect way to finish up a swim or walk at Portobello beach. 3 miles from the flat. 25 m…

Candida
This a fantastic cafe right on the beach front, next to the boat club. Serves delicious, ethically sourced and local (where possible) food…

Colette
Low-key cafe with beachside tables, for organic coffee and cake, light lunches and specialty breads.
8. Esplanade (Espy)
8. Esplanade (Espy)



27 umsagnir á staðnum
62 Bath Street, Edinburgh
Opið núna
0131 669 0082
Establishment

Great beachfront bar/restaurant. Everything is home made - even the iced-tea for the cocktails. Great views of…

Great food and drinks with daily specials in a relaxed environment. Kid friendly. A perfect place to stop off …

Great cosy, child friendly beach bar, with a fantastic menu and wonderful specials. Movie nights on Monday…
8. Esplanade (Espy)
8. Esplanade (Espy)



27 umsagnir á staðnum
62 Bath Street, Edinburgh
Opið núna
0131 669 0082

Katie
Great beachfront bar/restaurant. Everything is home made - even the iced-tea for the cocktails. Great views of the beach, great food, great …

Gaynor
Great food and drinks with daily specials in a relaxed environment. Kid friendly. A perfect place to stop off for a treat after a stroll alo…

Danielle
Great cosy, child friendly beach bar, with a fantastic menu and wonderful specials. Movie nights on Mondays, games to play and live musi…
9. Portobello Swim Centre
9. Portobello Swim Centre



10 umsagnir á staðnum
57 Promenade, Edinburgh
Opið núna
0131 669 6888
Establishment

Victorian swim centre with a beautiful old pool and Edinburgh's only Turkish baths. Spend a morning here then …

Two swimming pools, Turkish baths and a gym right on the beach.

Gym, Swim, classes inc boot camps on the beach. Visit the only real turkish sauna in Edinburgh with several se…
9. Portobello Swim Centre
9. Portobello Swim Centre



10 umsagnir á staðnum
57 Promenade, Edinburgh
Opið núna
0131 669 6888

Danielle
Victorian swim centre with a beautiful old pool and Edinburgh's only Turkish baths. Spend a morning here then walk along the beach.

Malcolm
Two swimming pools, Turkish baths and a gym right on the beach.

Jo And Louie
Gym, Swim, classes inc boot camps on the beach. Visit the only real turkish sauna in Edinburgh with several sections including a steam room,…
10. The Cramond Inn
10. The Cramond Inn



4 umsagnir á staðnum
30 Cramond Glebe Road, Edinburgh
Opið núna
0131 336 2035
BarEstablishment

A really traditional pub with cheap food and beer, perfect after a long walk on the beach or out to Cramond Is…

Sandy beach popular with walkers & families. Walk over the to the island at low tide. Great views of the Forth…

A really traditional pub with cheap food and beer, perfect after a long walk on the beach or out to Cramond Is…
10. The Cramond Inn
10. The Cramond Inn



4 umsagnir á staðnum
30 Cramond Glebe Road, Edinburgh
Opið núna
0131 336 2035

Lucie
A really traditional pub with cheap food and beer, perfect after a long walk on the beach or out to Cramond Island.

Ken
Sandy beach popular with walkers & families. Walk over the to the island at low tide. Great views of the Forth and the iconic Forth Rail Bri…

Lucie
A really traditional pub with cheap food and beer, perfect after a long walk on the beach or out to Cramond Island.
11. Portobello Beach
11. Portobello Beach



76 umsagnir á staðnum
Portobello Beach, Edinburgh, Scotland
Establishment

City crowds getting a bit much? Be like generations of Edinburgh day-trippers: jump on the bus and head for Po…

City crowds getting a bit much? Be like generations of Edinburgh day-trippers: jump on the bus and head for Po…

One of Edinburgh's 2 beaches - head down for a walk along the promenade, whether sunny or rainy still worth a …
11. Portobello Beach
11. Portobello Beach



76 umsagnir á staðnum
Portobello Beach, Edinburgh, Scotland

Graeme
City crowds getting a bit much? Be like generations of Edinburgh day-trippers: jump on the bus and head for Portobello Beach. There might no…

Raffaele
City crowds getting a bit much? Be like generations of Edinburgh day-trippers: jump on the bus and head for Portobello Beach. There might no…

Richard
One of Edinburgh's 2 beaches - head down for a walk along the promenade, whether sunny or rainy still worth a wander, picking up a coffee at…
12. Cramond Island
12. Cramond Island



26 umsagnir á staðnum
Cramond Island
Natural featureEstablishment

It is a mile out into the Firth of Forth. The causeway to it stretches from Drum Sands beach, near Cramond Vil…

Fantastic area with the long Cramond beach, river Almond with its waterfalls and Cramond island, which is conn…

This is one of the most beautiful walks you can possible take. From an incredible beach (watch out for rising …
12. Cramond Island
12. Cramond Island



26 umsagnir á staðnum
Cramond Island

Mairi Anne
It is a mile out into the Firth of Forth. The causeway to it stretches from Drum Sands beach, near Cramond Village, and is submerged by a fe…

Diego
Fantastic area with the long Cramond beach, river Almond with its waterfalls and Cramond island, which is connected to the mainland at low t…

Diana
This is one of the most beautiful walks you can possible take. From an incredible beach (watch out for rising tides) to a streaming river an…