Grangemouth

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Grangemouth
Grangemouth showing a river or creek, outdoor art and night scenes
Grangemouth featuring outdoor art
Grangemouth showing outdoor art and night scenes
Grangemouth featuring outdoor art

Stare in amazement at two giant steel horse heads and enjoy the scenery in this quaint parkland village.

A lively port town for many centuries, Grangemouth is a serene retreat near the Firth of Forth and the Forth and Clyde Canal. It is best known for the Helix, a project using green space and waterways around the village for family-fun activities.

Gaze at the iconic horse sculptures known as the Kelpies in the Helix. The equine structures are made from steel, reaching a height of 100 feet (30 metres). Enter one of the horses to inspect its intricate internal arrangement. The statues pay tribute to the horse power that contributed to Scotland’s development.

Travel west for 5 miles (8 kilometres) to reach the Falkirk WheelOpens in a new window, among Scotland’s most popular sites. Walk on water in an inflatable ball and watch the world’s first rotating boat lift in action. Its visitor centre contains activities and exhibits about the lift.

Bring a picnic to one of the green patches in the village centre. Stroll along the banks of the Grange Burn running through Zetland Park past rose gardens, tennis courts and large fields for games.

Saunter along the woodland paths of Inchyra Park and join a game of soccer or rugby. Watch athletic events at the adjacent Grangemouth Stadium, which was constructed in 1966.

Practice your swing at Grangemouth Golf Club in the southeastern section of the village. It has excellent facilities and a pro shop. Enjoy a meal and a beer with views of the picturesque course.

Note that winters are relatively mild given the northern latitude of the village. The climate is temperate, with pleasant summers. Refer to locals as Portonians, which alludes to the village’s port town history.

Find the village of Grangemouth in the northeastern outskirts of Falkirk, between the town and the entrance to the Firth of Forth. Drive the 25-mile (40-kilometre) journey west from EdinburghOpens in a new window in 45 minutes or take a train and a bus in the same amount of time.

In Grangemouth, innovation and art prosper beside scenic waterways and green parks.

Premier Lodge

Premier Lodge

3.5 out of 5
Westmains Industrial Estate, Grangemouth, Scotland
The price is CA $196 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
CA $196
CA $236 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Grangemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (538 reviews)
Good quality budget hotel. Recommended
"Perfect location for the Helix park in Falkirk. The stunning Kelpies within walking distance and a short drive to the Falkirk Wheel. The hotel is located on a business park and the nearest restaurant (which was excellent) is Cooks bar and restaurant about 20 minutes walk or a few minutes drive. The ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2025

Premier Lodge
Grange Manor

Grange Manor

4 out of 5
Glensburgh Road, Grangemouth, Scotland
The price is CA $194 per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
CA $194
CA $233 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Grangemouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (303 reviews)
ok stay
"I enjoyed my stay, however the Hotel itself is a bit tired and could really do with a revamp. Friendly polite staff."

Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2025

Grange Manor
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is CA $161 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
CA $161
CA $193 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Nice hotel but could use an upgrade
"Front desk staff was great. Super helpful and accommodating. The lobby of the hotel is great but the rooms don’t really match that. They are pretty old and my biggest hangup was the cleaning. Stray hairs and left over soap in the bath tub tells me the cleaning was lacking."

Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Mill House

The Mill House

2 out of 5
400 Gorgie Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Popular attractions Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are located ...
6.2/10 (40 reviews)
"This is a student accommodation building that is empty during the uni break. It's around 25 minutes away by bus from the city centre/waverly station, and quiet empty nearby. The bus stop is 4 minutes by walk from the place. There's a McDonald's nearby that's open late, and an Asian grocery store ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2025

The Mill House
Palmerston Suites

Palmerston Suites

4 out of 5
37 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Edinburgh Castle and Royal ...
8/10 Very Good! (475 reviews)
"Problematic for available parking. We stayed twice: at the beginning of our trip and at the last night of our trip. Last night was far better than the first night. The first night’s stay, our auto key door was broken so we were given a key and the door handle was nonexistent. On our first night’s ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 19, 2025

Palmerston Suites
Silk Mill

Silk Mill

2 out of 5
162 Dundee St, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services. Popular attractions Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are located ...
5.8/10 (14 reviews)
"Quiet"

Reviewed on Aug. 30, 2024

Silk Mill
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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