Famed of course for its sandy beach, Portobello was incorporated into Edinburgh in 1896 by the Edinburgh Extension Act and has been an important part of the city ever since.
We found some great photos of locals and visitors having fun on Portobello Beach, as well as a look at landmark buildings that once dominated the coastline but are now gone forever.
There are also photos of the local high school, a visit by comedian Spike Milligan, the old train station, the opening of the ‘Pitz’ football complex and the demolition of Portobello Power Station.
We also discovered a cache of great rare colour photos of Portobello in the 1950s and 60s, including a shot of a packed Portobello Outdoor Swimming Pool in 1957.
9. Life's a beach
A mother with children at Portobello Beach in 1957. | TSPL Photo: Iconic Media
10. A dog's life
Irresponsible dog owners in Portobello were caught after running away from an on-the-spot fine for not clearing up after their dogs in public places, in March, 2004. | TSPL Photo: Cate Gillon
11. Now arriving
A photo of a train arriving at the old Portobello Rail Station in August, 1964. | TSPL
12. Rubbish seagull
Six-year-old Elliott Finlayson from Portobello looks at a seagull, made of paper, tape and electrical tape, which was stuck to the side of a litter bin on the promenade in Portobello, in March, 2013. | EN License Photo: Cate Gillon