Tranent Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A directional sign for the 1745 Battlefield Viewpoint, with a pedestrian symbol indicating a walking path.
A snowy street with buildings, a church steeple, and cars.
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A green field with a dirt path and trees in the distance.
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A rural road with stone houses on one side.
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Our guide on where to stay in Tranent

Find the best Tranent areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Tranent
Learn more about Tranent
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Macmerry

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Macmerry and surrounding area, you can visit Seton Sands and Glenkinchie Distillery.

A snow-covered building named Winton Arms with a dirt road in front.
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Pencaitland

While Pencaitland isn't home to many top sights, Glenkinchie Distillery and Seton Sands are some notable places to visit nearby.

An old stone church ruin with arches and a bell tower, surrounded by a cemetery.
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Gladsmuir

While Gladsmuir isn't home to many top sights, Seton Sands and Craigielaw Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$506 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$506
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (2,780 reviews)
"Great location very clean hotel. I would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 19 July 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AU$258 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$258
26 July - 27 July
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! (1,486 reviews)
"Rooms need upgrading and proper cleaning. There was a lot of dust and the bed was poorly made. The carpet leading from the elevator to the room was dirty and smelly in some places. It just didnt feel clean. The rooms are not soundproof so ypu coukd easily hear comversations within rooms from the ..."

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

4 out of 5
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club Kirknewton Scotland
The price is AU$286 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$286
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Kirknewton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,733 reviews)
"Ok let’s start by stating the location is beautiful, the golf courses are superb, and the hotel grounds are lovely. The hotel seems very tired. Now this is my fault for kit checking but I guess when I’m paying £240 a night I didn’t really consider a hotel If this supposed stature did not have air ..."

Reviewed on 19 July 2026

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
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Holyrood Aparthotel

Holyrood Aparthotel

4 out of 5
1 Nether Bakehouse Holyrood Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,021 reviews)
"This is an apartment style hotel so you have all the amenities you need as essentials. The breakfast is a small continental style build your own hamper. But the space is nice and very walkable"

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

Holyrood Aparthotel
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
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! (694 reviews)
"The apartment had everything we needed and was clean. Can’t ask for more."

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
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Stay near popular Tranent attractions

Glenkinchie Distillery

7.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Tranent with a stop at Glenkinchie Distillery. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this walkable area.
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Activities

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

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

AU$37
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

AU$112
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

AU$131
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Countryside in Edinburgh

Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh

AU$201
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

AU$73
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Small-Group Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands Full-Day Tour

Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh

AU$234
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh
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Cities near Tranent

An aerial view of a large estate with a prominent castle-like structure surrounded by lush green fields and dense forests.

Dalkeith

A historic cityscape with a prominent castle and a tall church spire.

Edinburgh

A stone sarcophagus with a reclining figure, candles, and a stone wall.

Port Seton

A pier extending into calm waters at sunset with the sun low on the horizon.

Cockenzie

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