The Top 20 Attractions in East Lothian
There are plenty of places to see and visit in East Lothian. Whether you love hiking or cycling, East Lothian is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 25, 2025
Preston Mill
Highlight • Structure
Preston Mill is a beautiful dutch-style mill set on the River Tyne, a popular sight from the TV series Outlander. It's open to visit for a small entrance fee, where …
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Hailes Castle
Highlight • Castle
Please be aware that the castle is no longer accessible to the public due to unsafe masonry. It has actually been sold to a private owner and it’s therefore unlikely …
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Belhaven Bridge (Bridge to Nowhere)
Highlight • Bridge
Belhaven Bay is a beach situated within the John Muir Country Park. Backed by sand dunes, rich saltmarsh, and wildflower-rich grasslands, the beach is perfect for sunbathing, relaxing, or playing, and affords great views across the Forth Estuary.
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Alanda’s Fish and Chips at Longniddry Bents
Highlight (Segment) • Restaurant
So Komoot “recommendations” for the last weekend of November includes the Alanda’s take-away at Longniddry Bents……. I wouldn’t bother as it is closed, and the van not even on site, for the winter 🧐
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Tantallon Castle
Highlight • Castle
Lovely castle on the coast. Surely worth a visit. It was very windy when we've been here in May.
There's an entrance fee.
More details:
historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/tantallon-castle
There's an entrance fee.
More details:
historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/tantallon-castle
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Yester Path from Gifford
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The trail through woodland out of Gifford towards Yaster Castle ruins is wonderful. Large mature trees line the track and the Gifford Water sparkles not far away. The path can …
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Hedderwick Hill Plantation
Highlight • Historical Site
Now a forestry plantation that grows right up to the beach and alongside the John Muir Country Park. This area was used extensively for military training and defence during the …
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Dunbar Clifftop Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Musselburgh Sands Cycleway
Highlight • Cycleway
Nice view and fun alternative to the road.
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Prestonpans Seafront
Highlight • Beach
Get off the main road, pick up the john muir way. roomy path and great sea views
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