Escape student life for a day

Student life can get busy, especially in exam season. Sometimes you might feel that you just need one day to escape, relax and forget about studying. We've put together a list of the best day trips from Edinburgh for those days when you need a getaway:

North Berwick 🐚

North Berwick is a beautiful seaside town and one of the easiest day trips from Edinburgh by train. It's famous for its golden beaches, world-class golf and marine wildlife. If you want to escape the busy city life, then this day trip is the perfect getaway.

The Kingdom of Fife 👑

The Kingdom of Fife is a historic area in Scotland, known for its charming villages and towns scattered along the coast and countryside. It's a great gem to explore and touch up on your Scottish history whilst admiring the architecture of St Andrews Cathedral. And for those Outlander fans, you'll be able to explore Cranesmuir (actually known as Culross) and feel like you're in the series!

The Pentland Hills ⛰️

Grab your walking boots! The Pentland Hills is a beautiful place to escape to whilst getting your steps in. It offers many outdoor activities, such as hiking, mountain biking, and birdwatching. If you're looking for a day to reconnect with nature and get some exercise in, this is the spot!

Cramond Island 🗻

This has got to be one of the nicest day trips from Edinburgh by bus for the stunning scenery. It's an isle located off the shore of Edinburgh that features World War II bunkers, stunning coastal views and wildlife. You can catch the 32 bus, just note that you will have to walk to Cramond Island from the beach front at Cramond. 

Highlands 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Whilst it's a longer day of travel, it's a day you won't want to miss. You can access guided tours, allowing you to see Glencoe and Loch Ness without needing a car. If you or your mates drive, it could also be a fun option to drive up there and tour together. You'll get to explore incredible scenery and even see a few Harry Potter filming locations! 

It's important, when life's a bit hectic, to remember to look after your mental and physical wellbeing. Going on a day trip and exploring somewhere new can help you take a break, relax and come back to your studies feeling refreshed! 

Check out more places in and around Edinburgh to explore on a solo date or with friends! 🏔️