Best beaches in Musselburgh

3 ranked beaches in Musselburgh, Scotland

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

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Musselburgh Beach

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A popular beach for both locals and visitors, ideal for picnics and enjoying the natural beauty.

7.0

Seafield Beach

A quiet, peaceful beach located near the town of Musselburgh, perfect for a relaxed family day out.

7.0

Wallyford Beach

A small, peaceful beach near Wallyford, perfect for those seeking a quiet getaway.

7.0

What makes Musselburgh's beaches stand out?

Musselburgh sits in Scotland, United Kingdom and is home to 3 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Musselburgh or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.