THE BEST Edinburgh Beaches
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- CaravanDonnaTamworth, UK22 contributionsWhat a surprise ! We were lucky to visit on a hot weekend so saw the beach busy with families, young adults and children alike. It was not so busy you couldn’t feel relaxed and there are many places for food to sit on the promenade or takeaway. There was very little litter and what was had been cleaned up by the next day. There was a small but good arcade / ice cream stand etc etc but none of the kiss me quick feel. The beach at night remained quite busy with groups around fire pits etc and whilst people were drinking the atmosphere still felt welcoming rather than intimidating as some places can. The town itself has a bit of a run down feel BUT there are great places if you look - a couple of nice craft beer places, the Forresters Guild serving higher end food (has a French bistro feel) excellent fish and chips you can eat in or out at Andrew’s and the wonderful Portobello Books. There is also a very good bus service into city and further afield and the buses were cheap snd clean so no need for taxi’s. Overall I would definately recommend the beach and town as a place to visit or act as a summer base.Written June 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DJM1945Montrose, UK1,927 contributionsThis is a great place for families, runners, dog walkers and cyclists as there is a long esplanade with a beautiful beach.Written May 29, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- redeyebluesEdinburgh, UK1,309 contributionsBus 29 to Silverknowes Promenade will get you right there. Can see Cramond Island - in fact, a 15 min walk along the coast to Cramond Beach where you can cross the causeway to the island - check when it's low tide. Didn't see bathrooms except for at the waterfront cafe right in front of the bus stop (ï¿¡3.50 for a tea). If you want a nicer beach (more attractive, more shops), go to Portobello. It's just a concrete promenade, pleasant enough and less crowded than New Haven.Written February 1, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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