Why this eclectic seaside town is the best in Scotland
The 18th and 19th centuries saw the development of the whaling industry as well as the golfing and holiday sectors, which are still huge today.
North Berwick is located around 20 miles from Edinburgh (Image: Getty Images)
Why North Berwick is the best and prettiest seaside town in Scotland
North Berwick has been widely recognised as one of Scotland and the UK's best and prettiest seaside towns, with both The Times and Time Out commending the location.
In its recent ranking featuring places across the country like Brighton and Margate, Time Out said it is easy to see why the seaside settlement in East Lothian is one of the best.
Discussing what's on offer here, the magazine said the beaches, which are dotted with "glistening" rock pools, are "bliss".
The town is said to have an 'eclectic' mix of shops (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) The high street also boasts a number of "charming" cafés, gift shops and art galleries
This was echoed by Visit Scotland, which told travellers that North Berwick is home to an "eclectic" mix of shops and businesses.
There are also a number of excellent restaurants popular with both locals and visitors.
One of these includes the Lobster Shack, an eatery that was recently included in a list from The Times of the best places to eat by the sea.
The newspaper said that this beloved seafood restaurant on the harbour front is "the jewel in the crown" of this stunning seaside town.
Patrons who have come here have raved about its haddock tacos, lobster rolls and fish cakes.
When talking about the famous town, it is impossible to ignore the many natural features nearby, such as the North Berwick Law, an extinct volcano with "sweeping views", and the Bass Rock, a former Jacobite prison that is home to a large gannet colony.
The former was recently named the best budget-friendly walk in Scotland based on data produced by Trainline.
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