Whitekirk Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.
Royal Mile
Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
University of Edinburgh
The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Things to do
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh: St Andrews & The Fishing Villages of Fife
Edinburgh Castle & Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included
Top hotels in Whitekirk
Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
Maitlandfield House Hotel
Pine Marten, Dunbar by Marston's Inns
Aynetree Guest House
Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate
Dalkeith Aparthotel
Other neighbourhoods around Whitekirk
Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Coade Stone Columns.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Royal Yacht Britannia are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
- Portobello Beach
- Muirfield Golf Course
- Elie Beach
- Queen Margaret University
- Musselburgh Racecourse
- Kingsbarns Golf Links
- Craigielaw Golf Course
- Glenkinchie Distillery
- Leven Beach
- Dalkeith Country Park
- Gullane Beach
- Tantallon Castle
- Seacliff Beach
- Crail Golfing Society - Balcomie and Craighead Courses
- St Mary's Church
- Belhaven Beach
- National Museum of Flight
- St Monans Heritage Collection
- Tyninghame Beach
- Dirleton Castle
- Cambo Estate Gardens
- Lochs and Glens North Cycle Route
- Kellie Castle