Explore North Berwick in a Day

Day 1: North Berwick Day Trip

North Berwick, Scotland

8:00AM

Depart from Edinburgh

Catch the early train from Edinburgh Waverley Station to North Berwick, enjoying scenic views of the Scottish countryside along the way.
Take the ScotRail train from Edinburgh to North Berwick, which is a 30-minute journey.
£10 (train ticket), 30 minutes

9:00AM

Explore North Berwick Town Centre

Start your day with a stroll through North Berwick's charming town centre, filled with independent shops, cafes, and galleries.
Once you arrive at North Berwick train station, the town centre is within walking distance.
Free, 1 hour

10:30AM

Visit North Berwick Harbour

Head to North Berwick Harbour to watch the boats come and go, and admire the stunning coastal views.
North Berwick Harbour is a short walk from the town centre.
Free, 1.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at The Lobster Shack

Enjoy a seafood lunch at The Lobster Shack by the beach, savouring fresh lobster rolls or fish and chips.
The Lobster Shack is located near the beach, a 15-minute walk from the harbour.
£20, 1 hour

1:30PM

Relax at North Berwick Beach

Unwind at North Berwick Beach, basking in the sun and taking in the tranquil beauty of the coastline.
North Berwick Beach is a short walk from The Lobster Shack.
Free, 2 hours

3:30PM

Explore Tantallon Castle

Discover the historic ruins of Tantallon Castle, perched dramatically on a cliff by the sea, and delve into its intriguing past.
From North Berwick Beach, you can take a bus or drive to Tantallon Castle, which is a short distance away.
£6, 2 hours

6:00PM

Return to Edinburgh

Head back to North Berwick train station to catch the train back to Edinburgh, reminiscing about your wonderful day trip.
Walk or take a short taxi ride to North Berwick train station for your journey back to Edinburgh.
£10 (train ticket), 30 minutes
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