Where is Haymarket?

Before you slide into your rental car and hit the highway, let us help you with some basic facts about Haymarket.

Travel just 1 mile to the west from central Edinburgh to find yourself in Haymarket.

While there are lots of awesome people in Haymarket, don't forget to drive out of town and get to know some of the friendly locals who live in the neighboring areas. Around 44, people call Edinburgh their home.

What are the major attractions in Haymarket?

You might consider rushing around to all of the most popular attractions in your rental car, but that simply wouldn't do them justice. Edinburgh Castle and St. Giles' Cathedral are bucket-list worthy landmarks which deserve much more of your attention. The great news is that they are all within walking distance of one another around Haymarket. So get out from behind the wheel, go for a wander and take as much time exploring them as possible.

The University of Edinburgh and the National Museum of Scotland are some terrific sights that are easy to reach from the heart of this neighborhood. Whether you take a tour or do them at your own speed, it's bound to be a memorable day.

Give that rental car a rest and start using those legs. Princes Street Gardens is a stone's throw from the middle of this neighborhood and worth checking out. More adventure is waiting for you at Greyfriars Kirk and Edinburgh International Conference Centre, which are also close at hand.

What are the best road trip destinations near Haymarket?

Venture out and explore some nearby destinations, such as West End or Dalry. West End is .1 miles from Haymarket, while Dalry is .4 miles away.

Where are the best beaches near Haymarket?

Nothing screams vacation like jumping in the car and heading to the seaside. Haymarket has some glorious beaches nearby, so bring along your favorite book (and a kite if the wind's blowing) and take a day trip to one of these beautiful options:

• Portobello Beach (4 miles away).
• Silver Sands Beach (8 miles away).
• Longniddry Bents (12 miles away).

Where are the best convention centers near Haymarket?

Often travel for work-related purposes? Convention centers are probably like a second home to you. With easy access to hotels and restaurants, you can be sure your trip will go off without a hitch if you're on your way to any of these places:

• Usher Hall (.6 miles away).
• Riddle's Court (1 mile away).
• City Chambers (1 mile away).