Tranent

Travel Guide

Photo by Jock Watson
Photo by Jock Watson
Photo by Jock Watson
Photo by Jock Watson
Photo "Tranent" by M J Richardson (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by M J Richardson (CC BY-SA)
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Photo by james denham (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Tranent" by Richard Webb (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Richard Webb (CC BY-SA)

Where to stay in Tranent

Big field. NT4273 has two features, it's almost entirely hedgeless arable land and is crossed by the new A1. This dual carriageway is a sort of motorway lite and stopping is not permitted so it appears to be a hard square to visit. The former yellow road from Kingslaw does still exist in a useable form although it is locked. After the harvest it's possible to cross the field to enjoy the big sky and view to Fife. This was once a very big opencast coal mine, now back-filled to make productive farmland. There are plans for a new town here.
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Macmerry

While there might not be top attractions in Macmerry, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Glenkinchie Distillery and Seton Sands.

Macmerry
Winton Arms
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Pencaitland

When in Pencaitland, you can plan a visit to Glenkinchie Distillery and Seton Sands, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pencaitland
Gladsmuir old kirk. Ruined 17th century church, behind the newer one used today.
Photo by Richard Webb (CC BY-SA)

Gladsmuir

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

Gladsmuir
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥29,831 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥29,831
￥35,798 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,054 reviews)
"The property is right in the heart of the city with easy access to many attractions. The balcony room offers stunning views. The only negative is the lack of air conditioning in the rooms. We had trouble sleeping as the room was a bit too warm for us."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥46,021 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
￥46,021
￥55,225 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,787 reviews)
"Fantastic, all around thank you!!"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥19,986 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
￥19,986
￥23,984 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The whole place felt safe, and clean - I saw them cleaning like twice a day when I was there. As an added bonus they do a great job facilitating and providing opportunities for solo-travelers to meet up with others"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
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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 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,213 reviews)
"Excellent facilities, helpful staff. Great location,"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

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 4-star apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (383 reviews)
"Can not fault these apartments. Pristine condition and lots of lovely wee touches included. Would highly recommend"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

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 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (959 reviews)
"Very comfortable room and close proximity to the Old Town!"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle showing chateau or palace and heritage elements

Edinburgh Castle

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

Edinburgh Castle
The Royal Mile which includes heritage architecture, a house and street scenes

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.

Royal Mile
Princes Street

Princes Street

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

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.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo featuring land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

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

Edinburgh Zoo
February 2015 A view along Grassmarket in Edinburgh, taken while spending a weekend in this great city. There are many areas of Edinburgh to explore and having spent a couple of hours on a walking tour here, I would thoroughly recommend this as a way of getting to know those places off the usual tourist track.

Grassmarket

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

Grassmarket

Things to do

Inveraray Castle

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￥12,377
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
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￥11,510
per adult
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￥5,755
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
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The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

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￥3,572
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
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￥443
per traveler
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Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

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￥13,098
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
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Cities near Tranent

Photo by Jock Watson

Haddington

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Musselburgh

Edinburgh which includes street scenes as well as a small group of people

Dalkeith

Photo "Humbie" by Walter Baxter (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Walter Baxter (CC BY-SA)

Humbie