Prestonpans Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Scottish houses on the shore near the beach with traditional Scottish architecture near the sea Scotland Travel Concept at Prestonpans near Edinburgh at down sunset
Scottish houses on the shore near the beach with traditional Scottish architecture near the sea Scotland Travel Concept at Prestonpans near Edinburgh at down sunset
Preston Tower - ruined Tower House in Prestonpans.
The “Johnny Cope Stone”. Memorial cairn commemorating the Battle of Prestonpans in 1745. General John Cope was in command of the defeated Hanoverian forces that day..
Preston Tower - ruined Tower House in Prestonpans.

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Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$115 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$115
22 Mar - 23 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! (1,186 reviews)
Staff extremely helpful and welcoming. Food excellent. Rooms clean and tidy

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$229 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$229
22 Mar - 23 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! (2,483 reviews)
Fantastic location, great staff, and an amazing room. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Moxy Edinburgh Airport

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

3 out of 5
1 Fairview Road Newbridge Scotland
The price is NZ$176 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$176
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,295 reviews)
Clean welcoming hotel

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
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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! (2,435 reviews)
The Adagio is in a great location on the Royal Mile! There are shops galore, many excellent restaurants, and it's within easy walking distance of Edinburgh Castle, the Holyrood Palace, the Museum of Scotland, Museum of Edinburgh as well Greykirk cemetery.It is also a short walk to Waverly train station ...

Reviewed on 14 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! (552 reviews)
Excellent. in all sense: clean, comfortable, easy check in and out. Want to remark Katherine warm and friendly attention and kindness at reception. Highly recomended.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
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 a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,964 reviews)
The room had electricity problems — fusebox triggered twice for no apparent reason. The fusebox needed to be set from within another room. There also seemed to be a problem with one of the electrical outlets. Breakfast was not worth the money. It was largely packaged dry food. We were told we could ...

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Holyrood Aparthotel
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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and château or palace

Edinburgh Castle

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

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

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

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

Murrayfield Stadium
Edinburgh Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

Edinburgh Zoo

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

Edinburgh Zoo
Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.

Grassmarket

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

Grassmarket

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$43
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
castle in edinburgh

West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh

NZ$182
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

NZ$102
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

NZ$131
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

NZ$146
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
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Cities near Prestonpans

Aerial view of coastal village with ocean and mountains, Millhill, Musselburgh, Scotland.

Musselburgh

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).

Tranent

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