Some of the Best Beaches near Edinburgh..

Edinburgh might not be tropical, but it has some seriously beautiful and underrated beaches near by.

Here’s a list of some of the best ones, plus why they stand out:

Seacliff Beach
Small, secluded beach with views of Tantallon Castle.

North Berwick Beach
Great for families; views of Bass Rock and a quaint town.

Belhaven Bay
Near Dunbar; known for its long sands and surfing.

Longniddry Bents
Ideal for walkers and bird watchers.

Musselburgh Beach
Small but peaceful beach with a long promenade.

Portobello Beach
Popular urban beach with a lively promenade and local shops.

Cramond Beach
Sandy with tidal causeway to Cramond Island.

Silverknowes Beach
Coastal walks and panoramic Firth of Forth views.

Gullane Bents
Clean, scenic beach with grassy dunes; popular with windsurfers.

Yellowcraig Beach
Near Dirleton; views of Fidra Island and family-friendly.

Whichever beach you choose to visit, here’s wishing you a fantastic day out!