Attractions

Plan a great day out in East Lothian, whether you're with family, friends, a group, or enjoying some time to yourself. With a wide range of attractions for all ages, there’s something to enjoy in every season and whatever the weather.

From thrilling outdoor activities at Foxlake Adventures to animal encounters at East Links Family Park, fascinating exhibitions at the National Museum of Flight and marine wildlife experiences at the Scottish Seabird Centre, your days will be fun-filled, educational and memorable!

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1722 Waggonway Museum

The 1722 Waggonway Heritage Centre celebrates Scotland’s oldest railway route. The centre’s museum features archaeological artefacts, models, maps, plans and Read more…

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AirHop Trampoline Park Edinburgh (formerly Jump In)

Jump into happy at AirHop Trampoline Park Edinburgh – the ultimate family day out! Formerly Jump In, this adventure park Read more…

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Amisfield Walled Garden

Amisfield Walled Garden lies on the outskirts of Haddington. Dating from the late 18th century, it is one of the Read more…

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Archerfield Walled Garden

A destination in the heart of East Lothian comprising of a Garden Shop, Garden Café, Food Market, Gardens, Grounds & Read more…

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Aubigny Sports Centre

A warm welcome awaits you at the Aubigny Sports Centre. Only 10 minutes walking distance from the High Street, the Read more…

Culture & Heritage

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Battle of Prestonpans Jacobite Museum

The museum focuses on the Battle of Prestonpans, a critical Jacobite conflict in 1745 which left a historical and cultural Read more…

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Belhaven Brewery

Established in 1719, Belhaven Brewery is the oldest working brewery in Scotland. Situated in Dunbar, the brewery nestles amongst the Read more…

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Carberry Hill Monument

Take a walk up Carberry Hill to the standing stone at the summit and learn more about why this place Read more…

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Chesters Hill Fort

Explore one of Scotland's best-preserved Iron Age hillforts, defended by elaborate ramparts and ditches. It remains an impressive and imposing Read more…

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Chippendale International School of Furniture

Chippendale International School of Furniture is one of the world's leading furniture schools welcoming students from all over the world Read more…

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Coastal Communities Museum

Come and visit Coastal Communities Museum in the seaside town of North Berwick. We’re run entirely by enthusiastic volunteers and Read more…

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Cockenzie & Port Seton Harbour

Cockenzie, the first established village in the area, has a rich history dating back to its charter as a burgh Read more…

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Cockenzie House and Gardens

Cockenzie House and Gardens is a hidden gem, a Jacobean house built in 1675 by the Seton family and surrounded Read more…

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Dirleton Castle

Please note there is currently no visitor access to the Guard House, South Entrance and De Vaux range. One of Read more…

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Doon Hill

Discover the remains of buildings at Doon Hill originally thought to date to the AD 500s and 600s. Nothing survives Read more…

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Dunbar Battery

The Dunbar Battery is an accessible historic public space in the heart of Dunbar Harbour and open air venue that Read more…

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Dunbar Garden Centre

Scotland's newest garden centre, conveniently situated on the A1, 20 minutes drive east of Edinburgh. It is ideally suited for Read more…

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Dunbar Harbour

A town of three harbours, two are still well used today. The oldest, Cromwell Harbour, was named so because Oliver Read more…

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Dunbar Leisure Pool

Make a splash at Dunbar Leisure Pool, the ultimate place in East Lothian for aquatic fun! Catering to all interests, Read more…

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Dunbar Town House Museum & Gallery

The Dunbar Town House Museum & Gallery is one of Dunbar's oldest buildings and the perfect place to begin a Read more…

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DunBear

Depicting a brown bear standing on its hind legs, this five-metre-high steel sculpture is a tribute to John Muir, the Read more…

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Dunglass Collegiate Church

The church was founded in Dunglass in the 1400s by the Home Family. In 1444, Sir Alexander Home sought to Read more…

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East Links Family Park

East Links Family Park is a farm based activity park suitable for all ages. One of East Links main attractions Read more…

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East Links Putting & Tennis Courts

Enjoy some seasonal sporting fun. Whether you're on holiday or a local resident, take some time out and play a Read more…

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Firth of Forth Lobster Hatchery

A purpose fitted out container to inform and educate the public on the remarkable lifecycle of lobsters and to give Read more…

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Fisherrow Harbour

A former fishing village and harbour at Musselburgh, the current harbour dates back to the 17th century, although the waters Read more…

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Fisherrow Links

Enjoy some seasonal sporting fun. Whether you're on holiday or a local resident, featuring a nine hole pitch and putt Read more…

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Flag Heritage Centre

Athelstaneford is the birthplace of Scotland's national flag - the St Andrew's Cross or Saltire. Legend has it that the Read more…

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Foxlake Adventures

Foxlake is an adventure hub offering a wide variety of unique and exhilarating adrenaline filled outdoor activities. Including the UK’s Read more…

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Glenkinchie Distillery

Glenkinchie proudly serves as one of the Four Corners of Scotland distilleries of Johnnie Walker. We distil the Edinburgh Malt Read more…

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Hailes Castle

Due to access restrictions in place as a precautionary measure while we undertake high level masonry inspections, there is currently Read more…

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Hopetoun Monument

Hopetoun Monument sits 2km north of Haddington dominating the skyline for miles around. A path runs from a small car Read more…

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Inveresk Lodge Garden

A delightful hillside garden, a must-see attraction for all keen gardeners where you will find unusual plants growing within colourful Read more…

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Jabberwocky Soft Play and Cafe

Dragon-themed soft play in the centre of Haddington opposite the John Gray Centre, where children have a great time whilst Read more…

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Jamboree Soft Play

An exciting multi-level soft play centre especially designed to inspire the imagination and challenge the adventurous. Padded for extra safety Read more…

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John Gray Centre Museum

Discover the history of East Lothian in the innovative interactive museum at the heart of the county. Explore the land, Read more…

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John Muir Alpacas

John Muir Alpacas is a trekking and tourism business bringing you alpaca trekking and activities from their location near to Read more…

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John Muir Country Park

John Muir Country Park can be enjoyed by both a family exploring the outdoors and the natural history enthusiast. It Read more…

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John Muir's Birthplace

Discover how the boy born in this modest house in Dunbar became one of the driving forces behind the modern Read more…

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Lennoxlove House

Lennoxlove House, the seat of the Duke of Hamilton, dates back to the 1300's and reflects the myriad of family, Read more…

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Loch Centre

Located in the heart of Tranent, the Loch Centre is a dedicated Sports & Community Centre. With a 25 metre Read more…

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Meadowmill Sports Centre

Visitors can make use of Meadowmill's fantastic Bodyworks Gym and dedicated free weights room as well as participating in a Read more…

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Mercat Gait Centre

The sports centre offers a 25 metre swimming pool, sauna room and hydrotherapy pool as well as a Bodyworks Gym Read more…

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Musselburgh Museum

Explore the history of Musselburgh; the Honest Toun from its earliest days through Roman settlement and medieval upheaval to its Read more…

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Musselburgh Racecourse

Fancy a day at the races? Musselburgh Racecourse is firmly established as one of the UK's most stylish racecourses. Our Read more…

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Musselburgh Sports Centre

Musselburgh Sports Centre offers a fantastic range of facilities for all ages to enjoy. From the squash courts to the Read more…

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Musselburgh Trail

The Musselburgh Trail is a hidden plaque trail along the River Esk, celebrating local heritage, wildlife and nature. Follow the Read more…

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Myreton Motor Museum

Myreton is home to a large and unique collection of cars, bicycles, commercials, period advertising, posters, enamel signs, pedal cars, Read more…

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National Museum of Flight

Discover a world-class collection of aircraft and hear the fascinating stories of the people who built and flew them at Read more…

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NB Distillery

Discover NB Distillery – a hidden gem in the coastal town of North Berwick, just 30 minutes from Edinburgh. This Read more…

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Newhailes House & Gardens

Newhailes is one of the most impressive 17th century Palladian villas in Scotland. Home to peaceful woodland walks, extensive structural Read more…

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North Berwick Harbour

North Berwick's harbour is believed to date back to 1177, when pilgrims would sail to Elie before travelling onto St. Read more…

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North Berwick Law

North Berwick is a steep conical hill - a volcanic plug - rising to 187 metre (614 feet). The summit Read more…

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North Berwick Lodge Gardens

The Lodge Gardens is a public park located in the centre of North Berwick with large parkland areas and children's Read more…

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North Berwick Sports Centre

With the largest range of indoor sporting facilities in the county, North Berwick Sports Centre is sure to fulfil your Read more…

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Paintbox School of Art

Paintbox is a small, independent Art School based in Cockenzie House and Gardens, which is located the coastal village of Read more…

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Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot

One of the most picturesque spots in East Lothian, Preston Mill is an architectural oddity that dates back to the Read more…

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Preston Tower

This late Medieval townhouse was originally constructed in the 15th century and then repaired and extended upwards in the 17th Read more…

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Prestongrange Museum

Explore mighty Prestongrange, a former hive of industry that employed thousands and revel in its tranquillity today. Free entry to Read more…

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Prestonpans Battlefield 1745 and Bankton Doocot

Visit she site of the famous Battle of Prestonpans 1745, where Bonnie Prince Charlie won his first victory. The battlefield Read more…

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ReBoot Disc Golf

ReBoot Disc Golf Course is located at Foxlake Adventures in Dunbar. We offer a family friendly 9 hole disc golf Read more…

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Scottish Ornithologists' Club

Waterston House is the headquarters of Scotland's birdwatchers' club. It is a resource centre for anyone with an interest in Read more…

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Scottish Seabird Centre

Scotland is fortunate to receive visitors from far and wide but few travellers face as challenging a trip as the Read more…

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Seacliff Harbour

This tiny harbour, the smallest in the UK, was constructed in 1890 by the then owner of the Seacliff Estate, Read more…

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Seton Collegiate Church

One of the most beautiful and well-preserved medieval churches in Scotland, Seton enjoys a peaceful setting in the outskirts of Read more…

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Shepherd House Garden

Shepherd House and its one-acre garden form a walled triangle in the middle of the 18th century village of Inveresk. Read more…

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St Mary's Parish Church

Situated within 30 minutes of the heart of Edinburgh, Haddington's St Mary's Church is one of the most visually impressive Read more…

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St Mary's Pleasance

This is a heritage walled garden of high horticultural interest, established in 1972 and recently completely renovated. It is run Read more…

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Tantallon Castle

Please note, there is currently no visitor access to the east tower and doocot. One of Scotland's most photogenic and Read more…

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The Brunton in Haddington and Musselburgh

If you’re passionate about the arts or just love to be entertained, catching one of The Brunton’s shows at venues Read more…

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The Fraser Centre

The Fraser Centre is a new community hub, cinema and cafe in Tranent. The fully accessible venue offers a regular Read more…

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The Yarrow Cookery School

Creating Memories Through Cooking and Connection We believe in the power of food to connect people, nourish communities, and create Read more…

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Tours at Torness Power Station

Visit our free 5-star award winning interactive visitor centre at Torness Power Station. Why not book a plant tour? See Read more…

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Tranent Climbing Wall

Discover one of East Lothian's Hidden Gems! The 7.7 metre indoor Climbing Wall at Foresters Park, Tranent has 10 belay Read more…

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Traprain Law

Traprain Law is a distinct upstanding feature in East Lothian's landscape and site of the famous Roman silver hoard. It Read more…

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West Links Putting Green

East Lothian is well-known as one of Scotland's top golfing regions. Just over the water from the world's true home Read more…

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Whiteadder Watersports Centre

Whiteadder Watersports is situated on the beautiful Whiteadder reservoir in the Lammermuir Hills. We offer sailing (tuition and hire), open Read more…

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Wild Cairns

Wild Cairns is East Lothian's newest outdoor adventure destination, set in the stunning landscape at Whitekirk Hill. Experience the thrill Read more…

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