Mid Calder Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Bridge over the Linhouse Water Looks as if it once had an industrial use, it now carries cycle route 75 over the river.
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Bridge over the Linhouse Water Looks as if it once had an industrial use, it now carries cycle route 75 over the river.
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Mid Calder. This village is one of the most attractive villages in west Lothian despite being very close to the new town of Livingston. It was very much shaped by the droving of Cattle from the markets at Falkirk and Creiff south over the Pentlands to West Linton. The drove roads would converge here. The town was also on the Turnpike road between Edinburgh and Glasgow.
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A71 entering Mid Calder Bridge over Linhouse Water
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Calder House, Midcalder
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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)

This storied fortification has been at the heart of Scottish history for almost a thousand years, and remains the home of the glittering crown jewels.

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

Royal Mile

4.5/5(64 reviews)

Stretching through the middle of the Old Town, this ancient thoroughfare brings you on a walk through the heart of Edinburgh history and tradition.

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
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)

Home to over 1,000 animals and 200 different species, this zoo works hard to maintain its many unusual and rare inhabitants.

Edinburgh Zoo
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

Activities

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

NZ$84
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

NZ$41
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport

Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

NZ$83
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

NZ$102
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

NZ$156
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group

Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group

NZ$184
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
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Our pick of the best Mid Calder Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$226 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$226
1 Mar - 2 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! (2,440 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 5 Feb 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 NZ$214 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$214
1 Mar - 2 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! (2,380 reviews)
Clean room, great value for money.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

4 out of 5
111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$140 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$140
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8/10 Very Good! (658 reviews)
Good location, nice breakfast. Access to the gym snd pool was included in our stay which was great.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$99 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$99
25 Feb - 26 Feb
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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,118 reviews)
Very friendly and helpful staff, room very clean, breakfast was very good with a large selection of hot and cold items

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Moxy Edinburgh Airport

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

3 out of 5
1 Fairview Road Newbridge Scotland
The price is NZ$169 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$169
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,246 reviews)
Clean room - not huge but ok for a night

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

3 out of 5
152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$146 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$146
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,629 reviews)
Staff was wonderful.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
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Other neighbourhoods around Mid Calder

AERIAL SHOT OF MURRAYFIELD RUGBY STADIUM EDINBURGH. Image shot 2007. Exact date unknown.

Murrayfield

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in Murrayfield, you might enjoy attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Murrayfield
Aerial view of sunset over Murrayfield International Stadium and residential neighborhood in Gorgie, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom.

Gorgie

If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.

Gorgie
Dean Village Edinburgh

Haymarket

5/5(3 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.

Haymarket
The View From Blackford Hill

Morningside

Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and Braid Hills Golf Course while you're in town.

Morningside
Aerial view of historic city with cathedral and old town, Merchiston, Edinburgh, Scotland.

West End

4.5/5(54 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

West End
New Permament mooring on Union Canal

Fountainbridge

If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.

Fountainbridge

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