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Portobello Beach – Portobello Promenade and Beach loop from Leith

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Portobello Beach – Portobello Promenade and Beach loop from Leith

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Portobello Beach – Portobello Promenade and Beach loop from Leith

02:11

8.52km

30m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.55 km

Oscar's Ice Cream

Highlight • Cafe

The ice creams here are great for sunny days strolling on the beach!

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3.97 km

The Beach House Café

Highlight • Beach

Delicious coffee and pastries! Highly recommended 👌

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4.15 km

Portobello Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Almost endless beach promenade and a great sandy beach.

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4.44 km

Beachfront Café

Highlight • Beach

Plenty of cafes down here, plus a Civerinos pizza 😏 Not the best idea idea if you have to run home though!

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4.88 km

Portobello Promenade and Beach

Highlight • Cycleway

A gorgeous beach with easy access from the city centre, Portobello beach boasts 2 miles (3.2 km) of golden sand which makes it a great spot for swimming and chilling out with friends.

There are lots of shops, restaurants and cafes along the promenade for refreshments and souvenirs. Don't miss the beautiful Georgian and Victorian architecture as you stroll, jog or cycle by.

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5.62 km

Quiet Side of Portobello Beach

Highlight • Beach

Definitely less people here but narrow on the high tide

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8.52 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.07 km

1.87 km

337 m

240 m

Surfaces

5.01 km

2.89 km

568 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 6 May

14°C

6°C

45 %

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Portobello Beach – Portobello Promenade and Beach loop from Leith

Oscar's Ice Cream

The Beach House Café

Portobello Beach

Beachfront Café

Portobello Promenade and Beach

Quiet Side of Portobello Beach

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