Musselburgh Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A rocky shoreline with tide pools, a sandy beach, and a distant town with buildings.
A coastal town with a beach, a football field, and a distant mountain range.
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A historic building with a stone wall and a garden.
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Where to stay in Musselburgh

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Newcraighall

Newcraighall might not have many top sights, but Portobello Beach and Musselburgh Racecourse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £170 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
£170
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,517 reviews)
"We had an incredible stay at the Yotel for 2 nights. Perfectly situated with the attractions of Edinburgh. Many restaurants choice close and many amenities directly at the hotel. Thanks for an amazing stay!!"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £249 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£249
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,910 reviews)
"Very hot room and had to ask for a fan and still wasnt enough. Besides that, great ubication and excelent breakfast."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £405 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£405
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,473 reviews)
"The air conditioning didn’t seem to work properly. The room was warm at night."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
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PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

4 out of 5
121 Grove St Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (751 reviews)
"Suitable for job needed"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

4 out of 5
Broughton Street Lane, 6 Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (231 reviews)
"This place was awesome! Great location, right by a bus stop and the town. friendly staff, rooms are nice and clean and even have a washer/dryer."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
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Stay near popular Musselburgh attractions

Musselburgh Racecourse

9.6/10 (18 reviews)
You can take time to visit Musselburgh Racecourse during your travels to Musselburgh. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
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Things to do

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

£41
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

£18
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

£23
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

£39
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

£55
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
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Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

£52
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
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Cities near Musselburgh

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Edinburgh

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Dalkeith

A directional sign for the 1745 Battlefield Viewpoint, with a pedestrian symbol indicating a walking path.

Tranent

A coastal town with stone buildings, a sea wall, and a clear blue sky.

Prestonpans

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