Granton Harbour and Beach
Granton Harbour and Beach
City of Edinburgh Council · Edinburgh
This working harbour area offers beach access, coastal walks, and views across the Firth of Forth. The newly developed areas include paths and green spaces. It's quieter than Portobello but with similar seaside appeal.
Babies & toddlers (0–2)Pre-schoolers (3–5)Primary (6–10)Tweens & teens (11–16)FreeOutdoorHalf day
Why families love it
- Coastal walks with Firth views
- Sandy beach areas
- Working harbour to watch boats
Best for
Families seeking a seaside outing with walking, beach play, and boat-watching.
Good to know
Free parking available at various points. Limited facilities so bring supplies. Can be windy. Good for dog-walking families too.
Practical info
- Age guidance
- Beach and paths suit all ages; great for toddlers to dig and older kids to explore rock pools.
- Typical cost
- Completely free; public beach and harbour area.
- How long to allow
- Most families spend 1-3 hours walking, playing on the beach, and exploring.
- Last checked
- June 2026