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The Great Britain Guide

Villages · Central Scotland

Portobello

In or near Edinburgh.

Portobello — a village in scotland central.

Portobello police station - geograph.org.uk - 2616290

Claire M Jordan — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Brunstane · 1.6 km

About

A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2022

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Place summary

Portobello is a village located in central Scotland, situated on the southern shore of the Firth of Forth. Known for its sandy beach and promenade, it offers a coastal setting with various local amenities. The area features a mix of residential homes and small businesses, contributing to its community atmosphere. Portobello’s proximity to Edinburgh enhances its appeal as a suburban retreat.

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Coordinates
55.9539, -3.1166
Postcode
EH15 1AR
Parliamentary constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
Nearest railway station
Brunstane1.6 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

Portobello Library📷 3

Historic libraries · Central Scotland

Portobello Library

Portobello Library — library in Edinburgh.

edinburgh.gov.uk
Portobello Police Station - geograph.org.uk - 3727895📷 4

Gardens · Central Scotland

Portobello Town Hall

Portobello Town Hall — a garden in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

🐕portobello.go2masjid.website
Sandford Gardens - geograph.org.uk - 7724112📷 5

Historic churches · Central Scotland

St James Parish Church and Gate Piers, 2A Rosefield Place, Edinburgh

St James Parish Church and Gate Piers, 2A Rosefield Place, Edinburgh — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Freeportobello.go2masjid.website
Sundial, Portobello High Street - geograph.org.uk - 4087855📷 5

Historic churches · Central Scotland

Portobello Mosque

Portobello Mosque — a church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Freeportobello.go2masjid.website
Former Royal Bank of Scotland, Portobello High Street - geograph.org.uk - 4009391📷 3

Theatres · Central Scotland

Star Cinema, Portobello

Star Cinema, Portobello in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Freeportylightbox.wordpress.com
Former Royal Bank of Scotland, Portobello High Street - geograph.org.uk - 4009391📷 5

Historic churches · Central Scotland

Portobello Baptist Church, 185 Portobello High Street, Portobello, Edinburgh

Portobello Baptist Church, 185 Portobello High Street, Portobello, Edinburgh — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Freeportylightbox.wordpress.com

Where to eat & stay near Portobello

Places to stay

Bench mark, Hermitage Place, Leith - geograph.org.uk - 5569536📷 7

B&Bs · Central Scotland

Sandaig Guest House

Sandaig Guest House — a bed-and-breakfast in scotland central.

sandaigguesthouse.co.uk
Pile boring machine on construction site, Abbey Mount, Edinburgh - geograph.org.uk - 3996632📷 6

Hotels · Central Scotland

Destiny Student Brae House

Destiny Student Brae House — a hotel in scotland central.

thestudenthousingcompany.com
Links Gardens - geograph.org.uk - 8004028📷 7

Hotels · Central Scotland

Adelphi Hotel

Adelphi Hotel — a hotel in scotland central.

Leith Academy conversion - geograph.org.uk - 3987780📷 7

Hotels · Central Scotland

Park View House Hotel

Park View House Hotel — a hotel in scotland central.

parkviewhousehotel.co.uk
Georgian Antiques, Leith - geograph.org.uk - 6280915📷 5

Hotels · Central Scotland

Abbot's House Hotel

Abbot's House Hotel — a hotel in scotland central.

Royal Holyrood Glass Works tablet, Holyrood Road - geograph.org.uk - 2887234📷 7

Hotels · Central Scotland

Edinburgh Marriott Holyrood Hotel

Edinburgh Marriott Holyrood Hotel — a hotel in scotland central. 4-star. Brand: Marriott.

marriott.com

Places to eat & drink

Jock's Lodge - geograph.org.uk - 7642609📷 5

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

Public House, 5 Piershill Place, Portobello Road, Edinburgh

Public House, 5 Piershill Place, Portobello Road, Edinburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

The Vennel, Duddingston - geograph.org.uk - 7546304📷 7

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

Sheep Heid Inn

Sheep Heid Inn in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Freethesheepheidedinburgh.co.uk
Easter Road - geograph.org.uk - 7811178📷 7

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

1, 3 Montrose Terrace, Edinburgh

1, 3 Montrose Terrace, Edinburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

The Salisbury Arms, Edinburgh - geograph.org.uk - 4593498📷 5

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

Physician and Firkin Public House, 58 Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh

Physician and Firkin Public House, 58 Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Leith Walk - geograph.org.uk - 7461674📷 5

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

23 Elm Row and 2 Montgomery Street, Edinburgh

23 Elm Row and 2 Montgomery Street, Edinburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

Moonwake Brewery, Tower Street - geograph.org.uk - 8223275📷 5

Historic pubs · Central Scotland

Public House and Restaurant, 3 The Shore, Leith, Edinburgh

Public House and Restaurant, 3 The Shore, Leith, Edinburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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Grazing land at Glenreasdell - geograph.org.uk - 3717631📷 5

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Wreck in West Loch Tarbert - geograph.org.uk - 5443573📷 5

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Dark forestry near Kames - geograph.org.uk - 5769427📷 5

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Portobello?
Portobello is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH15 1AR).
What is Portobello?
Portobello — a village in scotland central.
How do I get to Portobello?
The nearest railway station is Brunstane, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH15 1AR.
How do I get to Portobello?
The nearest railway station is Brunstane, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH15 1AR.