Port Seton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

It's actually between the towns of Port Seton and Tranent. It was the burial place of The Seton family (of which this tomb is one), who were associated with the Knights Templar and who still live in the House next door.
Late medieval period Scottish Kirk
Long Craigs Offshore rocks seen from the Links, Port Seton.
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A low rainbow, Seton Sands The Links, Seton Sands, with a bright rainbow band across the eastern horizon.
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Busy afternoon, Port Seton Six boats arriving at once, almost like the old days. The Port Seton boats usually land their catch at Eyemouth.
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Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £93 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
£93
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,216 reviews)
Very helpful front desk. Wonderful daily breakfast. Well stocked gym. Clean large rooms and bathroom. Excellent location and transportation options. Hot tub was a little too cool to use.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

3 out of 5
7 Clifton Terrace Edinburgh Scotland
The price is £80 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
£80
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Edinburgh Castle and Dean Village are ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
Lovely and helpful staff, clean room, plenty of things to do nearby and not too far from the town.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
Moxy Edinburgh Airport

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

3 out of 5
1 Fairview Road Newbridge Scotland
The price is £94 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
£94
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
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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 fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,452 reviews)
Telephone in room would be nice but everything else was great

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (555 reviews)
Friendly staff. Room was ready early so they let us check in. Suite was nice and looked like the photos. Cons: You can hear everything. People above were very loud walking around for ages early morning and late in evening. Really weird smell in reception room and downstairs.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket

4 out of 5
26 King's Stables Road Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,154 reviews)
The room had a great view of Edinburgh Castle. Everything was in walking distance of the hotel. The room was nice and comfortable. Had an issue with a blind, and maintenance fixed it immediately. Breakfast was either continental or big breakfast. For its price and location, one couldn’t go wrong ...

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and a castle

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(1,018 reviews)

Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.

Edinburgh Castle
Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

Royal Mile

4.5/5(586 reviews)

Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.

Royal Mile
Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland

Princes Street

4.5/5(634 reviews)

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
Edinburgh Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4.5/5(207 reviews)

See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
Aerial view of Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn St, Edinburgh, VK

Murrayfield Stadium

4.5/5(182 reviews)

Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

Murrayfield Stadium
Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.

Grassmarket

4.5/5(451 reviews)

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area.

Grassmarket

Things to do

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

£37
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

£19
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

£45
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

£14
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

£32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh
Hairy Coos & Highland Views: A Short Escape from Edinburgh

Hairy Coos & Highland Views: A Short Escape from Edinburgh

£50
per adult
Hairy Coos & Highland Views: A Short Escape from Edinburgh
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Cities near Port Seton

Signpost in English and Scots Gaelic indicating the location of the 1745 Battle of Prestonpans (it had previously been known as the Battle of Gledsmuir and The Battle of Tranent).

Tranent

Calton Hill which includes a sunset, skyline and a city

Edinburgh

Scottish houses on the shore near the beach with traditional Scottish architecture near the sea Scotland Travel Concept at Prestonpans near Edinburgh at down sunset

Prestonpans

Cockenzie Power Station

Cockenzie

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