Edinburgh, Scotland's beautiful capital city, certainly attracts the crowds and is a fantastic place to spend some time away from home. In contrast to its busy city centre, Edinburgh is surrounded on three sides by picturesque rural scenery, comprising East Lothian, Midlothian, and West Lothian, which together with Edinburgh form the old region of Lothian.
This is a compact area with plenty of top attractions to visit and hidden gems to discover.
Agritourism has been growing in popularity recently, with several working farms in the region now offering accommodation and various experiences. A highlight is joining a whisky-based farm tour, which gives you the chance to trace the whisky-making process from its very beginning. You will then feel extra informed if you decide to visit a distillery afterward.
There are also plenty of farm shops to choose from, selling fresh produce from buffalo and goat meat to fruit and vegetables, along with fun experiences for the kids to enjoy.