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Portobello: a day by the sea

The sandy beach, the promenade and the Victorian Turkish baths.

The back story

  1. The back story

    Portobello: Edinburgh by the sea

    Portobello·Area guide

    The beach and promenade of Edinburgh’s seaside, with the Victorian Turkish baths.

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What to see and do

  1. The city’s seaside

    Portobello Beach

    Portobello·Beach

    Edinburgh’s sandy beach and promenade on the Firth of Forth.

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  2. Self-guided

    Portobello promenade

    Portobello·Walk

    The seaside promenade along Portobello’s beach.

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Health and wellness

  1. Victorian Turkish baths

    Portobello Swim Centre and Turkish Baths

    Portobello·Baths

    Victorian Turkish baths and a pool by the sea at Portobello.

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