Linlithgow
Things to do in Linlithgow, Edinburgh and Lothian
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Linlithgow in West Lothian draws most visitors to Linlithgow Palace, which has accumulated nearly 6,000 reviews and rates 4.7. The palace sits within reach of two country parks—Muiravonside and Beecraigs—both well-regarded stops for a walk or a picnic. The Linlithgow Story Museum and a treasure trail called the Spy Mission offer quieter ways to spend an hour or two, while Xcite Leisure Centre provides indoor facilities if the weather turns.
Linlithgow functions as a natural base for exploring West Lothian, with enough of a restaurant scene to make a weekend comfortable and the palace as a main draw. Most of the accommodation sits in the three- to four-star range, and prices appear to vary considerably depending on which house you choose.
Where to stay in Linlithgow(6)
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For somewhere to eat, the town has a decent range. The Park Bistro is the most-reviewed option with over 1,000 reviews at 4.5, and Delhi's Winter runs slightly higher in rating at 4.6. The Old Post Office, Bar Leo, and Cafe Bar 1807 all sit comfortably in the mid-fours. If you want to stay overnight, there are six hotels and guest houses to choose from—the Champany Inn rates 4.6, while three places (Arden Country House, Wester Muirhouse, and The Queens View) all show perfect 5.0 ratings, though the last two have only a handful of reviews between them. The West Port Hotel has weathered over 1,100 reviews at 4.2. Beecraigs Country Park also has a caravan and camping site, rated 4.6 from 256 reviews.
Things to Do in Linlithgow(8)
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Where to Eat in Linlithgow(30)
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Attractions Near Linlithgow
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3 mi
Hippodrome Boness
Bo'ness · ⭐ 4.8
3 mi
Bo'ness Motor Museum
Bo'ness · ⭐ 4.6
3 mi
Bo'ness and Kinneil Railway
Bo'ness · ⭐ 4.7
4 mi
Polmonthill Ski Centre
Falkirk · ⭐ 4.3
4 mi
The Scottish National Equestrian Centre
Ecclesmachan · ⭐ 4.6
5 mi
Houston Farm Riding School
Broxburn · ⭐ 4.5
5 mi
Zetland Park
Grangemouth · ⭐ 4.5
5 mi
Innoflate Livingston
Livingston · ⭐ 4.3
Camping in Linlithgow(1)
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Loch House Farm Caravan Park
⭐ 4.1
Beecraigs Country Park Caravan and Camping Site
⭐ 4.6
Beecraigs Caravan & Camping Site
⭐ 4.6
Weedingshall House
⭐ 4.7
West Fife Pods
⭐ 5.0 · from £85/night
Linwater Caravan Park
⭐ 4.6 · from £35/night
Mosshall Farm Caravan Park
⭐ 4.4
Mosshall Farm Caravan Park
⭐ 4.4
Self-Catering Cottages in Linlithgow
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Paddockhall Cottages - Pride of Erin
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £821
Garden Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 3 · from £437
The Lodge
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £527
The Wheelhouse
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £957
Ledi
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £437
Alban
3 bed · sleeps 7 · from £711
Appletree Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 8 · from £1,621
Beech Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 8 · from £1,621
Common questions about Linlithgow
How many campsites are there in Linlithgow?
We list 1 campsites in and around Linlithgow, of which 1 take tents.
Where can I stay in Linlithgow?
We list 6 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Linlithgow.
What is there to do in Linlithgow?
We list 8 attractions and things to do in and around Linlithgow.
Where can I eat in Linlithgow?
We list 30 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Linlithgow.
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