Where: 5 Old Church Lane, Duddingston, Edinburgh EH15 3PX. Lying next to the 12th Century Duddingston Kirk, where the lower slopes of Arthur’s Seat meet Duddingston Loch, Dr Neil’s Garden is an oasis of calm, which usually opens to the public around March to October each year.

placeholder image — Where: 5 Old Church Lane, Duddingston, Edinburgh EH15 3PX. Lying next to the 12th Century Duddingston Kirk, where the lower slopes of Arthur’s Seat meet Duddingston Loch, Dr Neil’s Garden is an oasis of calm, which usually opens to the public around March to October each year.

10 Edinburgh beauty spots to enjoy the sunshine - including some ‘hidden gem’ locations

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Published 24th Jun 2026, 13:50 GMT

Grab your sunglasses, pack a picnic, and pick a good book – the sun is shining in Edinburgh.

With temperatures soaring and the days stretching longer, it's the perfect time to get out and explore Edinburgh’s myriad outdoor delights.

From well-known beauty spots to hidden gems, scroll through our photo gallery to see 10 great places to enjoy the scorching weather, while it lasts.

9. Dalkeith Country Park

Where: Via King's Gate, Dalkeith EH22 1ST. Around 1,000 acres of history in a beautiful setting, just a few miles from Edinburgh. Photo: Dalkeith Country Park

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10. Portobello Beach

Where: Portobello, Edinburgh. While the stunning beach gets busy during the summer months, especially on hot days, you can always find a quiet spot. A good time to go is early in the morning or late in the evening. Photo: Third Party

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10 Edinburgh beauty spots to enjoy the sunshine - including some ‘hidden gem’ locations

Grab your sunglasses, pack a picnic, and pick a good book – the sun is shining in Edinburgh.

9. Dalkeith Country Park

10. Portobello Beach

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