Relaxing in Edinburgh
Escape from the hustle and bustle with these local relaxing spots in Edinburgh. Whether you’re looking for peaceful parks or fun activities, our Spotters have found the perfect spots to unwind in the city. Enjoy beautiful gardens and stunning views at Starbank Park or relax at Wardie Bay, a bijou beach offering a peaceful escape by the sea. For a breathtaking sunset, check out the Dubilaka Cliffs. Explore these and many more local gems for a relaxing time in Edinburgh.
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Our Locals' Favorite Relaxing
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Leith Victoria Swim Centre
An architectural gem
The "Leith Victoria Swim Centre" in Edinburgh is a beautiful pool surrounded by an ornade, Baroque, cast-iron colonnade. Well worth a visit!
by
Tamsin
Grainger
Craiglockhart Hill
The overlooked hill
Craiglockhart Hill is one of Edinburgh's 7 hills. In contrast to Calton Hill, Castle Hill and Arthur's Seat, even many locals can't name this one!
by
Fiona
Diack
Corstorphine Hill
Not just the zoo
The zoo is one of Edinburgh's most popular tourist attractions. Next to it is "Corstorphine Hill" that's in my opinion much more interesting to explore!
by
Fiona
Diack
Antony Gormley Sculptures
River statues
The "Antony Gormley Sculptures" are six human-like statues across Edinburgh. Four of them are actually in the river! I love introducing visitors to them...
by
Sarah
Mackenzie
Colinton Tunnel
Hidden street art
"Colinton Tunnel" used to be part of the Balerno Railway which closed in 1967; until the local community decided to create the longest mural in Edinburgh!
by
Fiona
Diack
The Banana Flats
Brutalist housing in Leith
"The Banana Flats" in Edinburgh's Leith, aka Cables Wynd House, is famous from the movie Trainspotting and because it's now listed as a Category A building
by
Mark
Gorman
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