Head to the friendly city of Bathgate
Learn about the unique charm of Bathgate with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city's restaurants, bars and local tours attract many visitors, as does its welcoming and relaxing location. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. Many rental homes come with outdoor spaces, separate dining areas and full kitchens, perfect if you want to enjoy some home-cooked meals.
Activities and attractions in Bathgate
Are you hoping to find attractions to visit while you're in the area? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that Bathgate has to offer. These are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Five Sisters Zoo (5 mi / 8.1 km)
- Dalmahoy Golf Course (11.6 mi / 18.6 km)
- Edinburgh Zoo (15.7 mi / 25.3 km)
- M&Ds Theme Park (16.1 mi / 25.9 km)
- M & D's Scotland Theme Park (16.1 mi / 25.9 km)
- Hamilton Park Racecourse (16.8 mi / 27 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Bathgate
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Bathgate is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are some of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Helix Park (8 mi / 12.9 km)
- Strathclyde Country Park (16 mi / 25.8 km)
- Pentland Hills Regional Park (18 mi / 28.9 km)
- Silver Sands Beach (18.1 mi / 29.1 km)
- Royal Botanic Garden (18.3 mi / 29.5 km)
- Princes Street Gardens (18.5 mi / 29.7 km)
Travelling to and around Bathgate
Fly into Edinburgh Airport (EDI), the closest airport, located 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Glasgow International Airport (GLA), which is 29.8 mi (48 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, Bathgate Station, Armadale Station and Blackridge Station are the main stations in the city.