Royal Botanic Garden is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

1. Royal Botanic Garden

9.4
20A Inverleith Row, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Botanical Garden · 67 tips and reviews

Dee M.Dee Muchmore: Amazing place. Incredibly beautiful and peaceful. Love it.

Denis A.Denis Akhapkin: Beautiful Rock Garden, calm and relaxing place

M.BlokhinaM.Blokhina: One of the most peaceful places in edinburgh, you can relax and just enjoy the weather (as much as it's possible in Scotland) and nature:)

Portobello Beach is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

2. Portobello Beach

9.0
Portabello Promenade, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Beach · 68 tips and reviews

charlotte o.charlotte oakes: Beautiful promenade. Quiet.

GG: Beautiful and quiet place to relax

Paul L.Paul Lambie: It's one of the most peaceful spots in Edinburgh.

West Princes Street Gardens is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

3. West Princes Street Gardens

9.3
Princes St, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Park · Edinburgh Castle · 50 tips and reviews

Simon P.Simon P: Peaceful place. Lovely in summer. Pretty in winter.

Amaury J.Amaury J: Beautiful gardens on the side of the Edinburgh Castle. Great for a stroll, a nap, or a picnic. Beautiful and peaceful area in the middle of the city.

Hani B.Hani Ben Mussa: Spectacular views and photo spots area and also peaceful place to hang around in heart of the Edinburgh city centre .

Bridge Inn is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

4. Bridge Inn

8.5
27 Baird Rd, Midlothian, Midlothian
Pub · 11 tips and reviews

Michael O.Michael Oglethorpe: Too nice a day to be inside. At the Bridge Inn with a drink. Peaceful & relaxed place to sit.

Jo N.Jo N: Gorgeous view and peaceful surroundings. Seabass is ok and starter salmon was a bit weird

Andrew R.Andrew Robertson: Great friendly place to eat. Varied menu with seasonal options. Great views. Good portions. Helpful staff. Just a Great place to eat. Good walks nearby for a strip after the meal too.

Craigmillar Castle is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

5. Craigmillar Castle

8.4
Craigmillar Castle Rd. (Old Dalkeith Road), Midlothian, Midlothian
Castle · 17 tips and reviews

Jacquie A.Jacquie A: Such a beautiful and quiet place. A goo place to experience history without big crowds.

Rachel K.Rachel K: What a beautiful, quiet, non-crowded castle (much better than Edinburgh Castle, in my opinion). Truly explore and discover all the nooks.

Kuzma D.Kuzma Deretuke: Very nice castle, like Oreshek castle in St. Petersburg

Dunbar's Close Garden is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

6. Dunbar's Close Garden

7.7
Dunbar's Close (off Royal Mile), Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Garden · Canongate · 3 tips and reviews

Hannah R.Hannah Ross: Lovely quiet garden, lots of places to sit, and just off the Royal Mile - opposite the Starbucks at Canongate. Read more.

Gavin C.Gavin Crosby: So quiet, don't tell.anyone!

Denis A.Denis Akhapkin: A little and beautiful secret garden near Canongate.

Lowdown is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

7. Lowdown

9.1
40 George St, Edinburgh
Café · New Town · 32 tips and reviews

Gordon A.Gordon Anderson: Coffee here (espresso and pour over) is excellent. They have best beans in Edinburgh. Mornings are nice and quiet :)

Cintain 昆.Cintain 昆遊龍: The coffee is very flavourful, well made. The toasties and pastries look amazing, definitely will come back to try!

UnaUna: Wifi info!☺️

Kim's Mini Meals is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

8. Kim's Mini Meals

8.6
5 Buccleuch Street, Midlothian, Midlothian
Korean Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

Bart W.Bart W.: Delicious food (had Kimbab (김밥) and Chicken Bulgogi (닭 불고기)! : )) and the staff is very friendly : ))) It was so nice and quiet - definitely I'll be back : ))

Valeri G.Valeri Gerov: Definitely try Dolsot Galbi (Hotpot Pork Ribs)! You won't regret it ;)

Poh CameePoh Camee: Try the hot pot. Free refill rice and friendly staff. Lovely atmosphere though

Scottish Storytelling Centre is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

9. Scottish Storytelling Centre

8.9
43-45 High St, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Museum · Waverley Station · 4 tips and reviews

Danielle B.Danielle Boudreau: Lovely! The tiny & excellently-curated bookshop is full of Scottish stories & fairytales; I wanted to buy everything! Also nice, quiet cafe that donates proceeds to charity, & sweet garden in back.

Gavin P.Gavin Pringle: The family show Eaten is great, Japanese Performance Art about what we should eat and what should eat us.

Ian G.Ian Gordon: Great opportunity to soak up Scottish traditions of the written and spoken word. The Haggis Box is a great place to eat flavoursome Scottish cuisine.

Calton Hill is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

10. Calton Hill

9.4
Regent Rd, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Hill · 148 tips and reviews

JohnJohn: A quiet haven in the middle of the city, great views. Get a taxi to the top if you cant manage the climb. No toilets just bushes :) Read more.

Backpacker JamBackpacker Jam: Stunning views of the Old City, Edinburgh & Leith. Quiet and so close to the city.

Matt T.Matt Taylor: Mere minutes from the centre of the city with a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere to breathe it all in. You can see almost from edge to edge. Relatively easy climb with stairs.

Holyrood Abbey is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

11. Holyrood Abbey

8.7
Palace of Holyroodhouse Holyrood Rd, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Historic and Protected Site · Holyrood · 12 tips and reviews

Cintain 昆.Cintain 昆遊龍: Impressive architecture. Very peaceful.

Yarn L.Yarn Lam: Ancient ruins, part of the Palace of Holyroodhouse. The quiet in this space is nice for a moment of contemplation.

Iain M.Iain Macrae: Worth the visit with excellent audio guide and historic items back past Bonnie Prince Charlie. Add it to your visit list

Miller Row is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

12. Miller Row

8.3
Miller Row, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Hiking Trail · 1 tip

Michael B.Michael B.: Very nice and calm.

Lighthouse Hostel is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

13. Lighthouse Hostel

8.3
20 Gilmore Place, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Hostel · Lochrin · 2 tips and reviews

Tom H.Tom Hutley: Free wifi, open kitchen facilities, relaxed and calm atmosphere

Tom H.Tom Hutley: Fantastic homely hostel. No shoes policy gives that warm and relaxed vibe. Friendly staff, excellent kitchen facilities. Limited showers so shower in the evening to beat the morning rush

Cafe St Honoré is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

14. Cafe St Honoré

8.2
34 NW Thistle St Ln, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
French Restaurant · New Town · 6 tips and reviews

Georgia A.Georgia Artus: Considerate cooking, great energy and passion. They really care about sourcing their ingredients well, and have a relaxed but quietly refined approach. Good food, good atmosphere and good company.

Ben E.Ben Engen: Really nice French cafe that feels quite authentic. Quiet and intimate.

Sophie O.Sophie Ooh My World: Very nice place to feel like in France in the 50's. The food is simple and delicious. The wine is perfect. A great place to get a French style meal cooked with local ingredients.

The Meadows is one of The 15 Best Quiet Places in Edinburgh.

15. The Meadows

9.4
Mellville Dr, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Park · Southside · 42 tips and reviews

John C.John Clark: Peaceful and beautiful great to relax

Vasilis P.Vasilis Polystiriadis: Amazing site for walking , BBQ and getting some fresh air !! For University Students can be an oasis in sunny days ! One of the most beautiful parks in UK !! Enjoy !! Also try Victor Hugo cafe nearby!

Bruno P.Bruno Panara: make it easier to find your friends in the park using this map