Tranent Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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).
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).
The High Street
Butterdean Wood, East Lothian, Scotland.
Farmland, House of Muir. Big arable field. Hedges have been recently (2003) removed to make this field.
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Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$173 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$173
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (2,476 reviews)
Location of hotel for exploring Edinburgh is excellent and public transport to / from the Airport & further afield is excellent & easy to access. We were first time visitors & used the Airlink bus. All the hotel staff were so friendly & could not have been more helpful. The food we had, including ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$160 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$160
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,420 reviews)
Great place to stay

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$83 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$83
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (1,158 reviews)
Kidu

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
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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! (2,420 reviews)
Great place to stay

Reviewed on 3 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! (548 reviews)
Clean room, very comfortable stay

Reviewed on 2 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! (1,136 reviews)
The location was perfection. My husband and I were able to walk to so many sights and food places. The room was so clean and cozy. The body wash and shampoo were amazing! The check-in and breakfast personal were so great! I will definitely be coming back!

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and château or palace

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(189 reviews)

A focal point of Scottish history that dominates Edinburgh’s skyline and which has served as a fortress, a palace and home to the crown jewels.

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

Royal Mile

4.5/5(64 reviews)

With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.

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

Princes Street

4.5/5(42 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
Aerial view of Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn St, Edinburgh, VK

Murrayfield Stadium

4.5/5(11 reviews)

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

Murrayfield Stadium
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

University of Edinburgh

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4/5(7 reviews)

Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo

Activities

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer

AU$33
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

AU$71
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

AU$36
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

AU$86
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

AU$111
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Rosslyn Chapel

Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery

AU$92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
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Cities near Tranent

Melrose Abbey, Melrose

Dalkeith

Calton Hill which includes a sunset, skyline and a city

Edinburgh

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.

Port Seton

Cockenzie Power Station

Cockenzie

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