East Craigs, Edinburgh

Name: East Craigs
Address: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

#459 among attractions in Edinburgh

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Facts and practical information

East Craigs is a residential district of Edinburgh located in the north-west of the city, on the western flanks of Corstorphine Hill. It lies next to the green belt, and prior to development was a working farm. ()

Coordinates: 55°56'56"N, 3°18'14"W

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East Craigs – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gyle Shopping Centre, Turnhouse Golf Club, Corstorphine Hill, Corstorphine Old Parish Church.

0.8 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Gyle Shopping Centre, Edinburgh
21 min walk • The Gyle Shopping Centre, a retail haven located in the bustling city of Edinburgh, United Kingdom, stands as a modern temple of commerce. This shopping destination, often simply referred to as "The Gyle," offers a diverse range of shops and services to satisfy the...
1.1 miW
Golf, Outdoor activities
Turnhouse Golf Club, Edinburgh
29 min walk • Turnhouse Golf Club, a hidden gem nestled in the vibrant city of Edinburgh, United Kingdom, is a haven for golf enthusiasts. Celebrated for its rich history and meticulously maintained greens, this golf course is a proud testament to Scotland's storied golfing heritage.
1 miE
Park
Corstorphine Hill, Edinburgh
27 min walk • Corstorphine Hill is a low ridge-shaped hill rising above the western suburbs of Edinburgh, Scotland.
1 miSE
Church
Corstorphine Old Parish Church, Edinburgh
26 min walk • Corstorphine Old Parish Church, formerly St. John's Collegiate Church, is at the old centre of Corstorphine, a village incorporated to the west area of Edinburgh.
0.8 miNW
Park
Cammo, Edinburgh
20 min walk • Cammo is a northwestern suburb of Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. It is south of A90, at the edge of the city, approximately 6 miles from the city centre.
1.2 miSE
Village, Neighbourhood
Corstorphine, Edinburgh
30 min walk • Corstorphine is a village and parish to the west of Edinburgh, now considered a suburb of that city and formally incorporated into it in 1920.
0.5 miE
55°57'3"N • 3°17'29"W
Buttercup Farm Park, Edinburgh
13 min walk • Park
1.2 miN
Village, Area
Cramond, Edinburgh
32 min walk • Cramond Village is a village and suburb in the north-west of Edinburgh, Scotland, at the mouth of the River Almond where it enters the Firth of Forth. The Cramond area has evidence of Mesolithic, Bronze Age and Roman activity. In modern times, it was the birthplace of the Scottish economist John Law.
1.2 miNE
Museum
Barnton Quarry, Edinburgh
32 min walk • Barnton Quarry is a disused stone quarry in Corstorphine Hill, Clermiston, Edinburgh, Scotland. The site was later used as a military command centre, and is now being converted into a museum.
1.5 miSW
City, Area
Gogar, Edinburgh
39 min walk • Gogar is a predominantly rural area of Edinburgh, Scotland, located to the west of the city. It is not far from Gogarloch, Edinburgh Park and Maybury. The Fife Circle Line is to the north.
0.6 miNE
Neighbourhood
Drumbrae, Edinburgh
17 min walk • Drumbrae or Drum Brae is the name of a suburb of west Edinburgh, Scotland generally considered to be part of the neighbouring larger areas of Corstorphine and Clermiston. This is a commuter settlement as many people who live in the area travel to the centre of town to attend work.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to East Craigs?

Nearby attractions include Buttercup Farm Park, Edinburgh (13 min walk), Drumbrae, Edinburgh (17 min walk), West Craigs, Edinburgh (17 min walk), Maybury, Edinburgh (18 min walk).

How to get to East Craigs by public transport?

The nearest stations to East Craigs:

Bus

Burnside • Lines: 31 (6 min walk)
East Craigs Centre • Lines: 31 (6 min walk)

Train

Edinburgh Gateway (22 min walk)
South Gyle (23 min walk)

Tram

Edinburgh Gateway • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (24 min walk)
Gyle Centre • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (24 min walk)