Leith Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Royal Yacht Britannia showing boating and interior views
Royal Yacht Britannia showing general coastal views and boating
Royal Yacht Britannia which includes heritage elements, boating and interior views
Royal Yacht Britannia showing interior views, boating and heritage elements
Leith

Popular places to visit

Royal Yacht Britannia

Royal Yacht Britannia

4.5/5(54 reviews)

Glimpse the life of royalty in the elegant rooms of what was once the Queen of England's personal cruise liner and Britain's ambassadorial ship overseas.

Royal Yacht Britannia
Royal Yacht Britannia showing boating and interior views

Edinburgh Port

Explore the waterfront of Edinburgh Port and enjoy activities such as sailing in Edinburgh. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.

Edinburgh Port
Leith Links

Leith Links

Explore the great outdoors at Leith Links, a lovely green space in Edinburgh. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Leith Links

Easter Road Stadium

Catch an event at Easter Road Stadium during your trip to Edinburgh. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

Easter Road Stadium

Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this walkable area.

Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre

Newhaven Heritage Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Newhaven Heritage Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this walkable area.

Newhaven Heritage Museum

Activities

Luggage Storage Edinburgh

Luggage Storage Edinburgh

AU$13
per adult
Luggage Storage Edinburgh
Full Day Outlander Tour

Full Day Outlander Tour

AU$1,519
per traveller
Full Day Outlander Tour
Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour

Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group

AU$121
per adult
Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group
Leith: The Trainspotting Generation Tour based on the movie

Leith: The Trainspotting Generation Tour based on the movie

AU$41
per adult
Leith: The Trainspotting Generation Tour based on the movie
Origins of Golf Private Full Day Tour in a London Taxi

Origins of Golf Private Full Day Tour in a London Taxi

AU$1,772
per traveller
Origins of Golf Private Full Day Tour in a London Taxi
Edinburgh: Port of Leith Distillery Tour & Tasting

Edinburgh: Port of Leith Distillery Tour & Tasting

AU$61
per adult
Edinburgh: Port of Leith Distillery Tour & Tasting
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Our pick of the best Leith Hotel Deals

Malmaison Edinburgh
Malmaison Edinburgh
4 out of 5
1 Tower Place Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$134 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
AU$134
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Beautiful but mouldy
"Beautiful and comfy rooms but there was significant mould in the bathroom."

Reviewed on 1 Jan. 2025

Malmaison Edinburgh
Edinburghhouse Hotel
Edinburghhouse Hotel
3 out of 5
90-92 Pilrig Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$92 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
AU$92
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
6.2/10 (827 reviews)
"Was clean and comfortable , decor dated and repairs a little rough but not offensive"

Reviewed on 2 Dec. 2024

Edinburghhouse Hotel
Ocean Mist Leith
Ocean Mist Leith
2.5 out of 5
14 Shore, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$277 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
AU$277
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (481 reviews)
"We had a great nights stay on the ocean Mist, the staff were great and very knowledgeable on the local area, where best to eat. It was also good to get a run down on the history of the boat. Very easy to get the Tram 5 mins walk away to the city centre. We. Would highly recommend the boat to stay ..."

Reviewed on 29 Dec. 2024

Ocean Mist Leith
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$116 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Stayed here for one night with our family. It was great and easy to get to and from."

Reviewed on 4 Jan. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel
Park View House
Park View House
3 out of 5
14 Hermitage Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$86 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
AU$86
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
6.6/10 (516 reviews)
"It was good"

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2024

Park View House
Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel
Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel
5 out of 5
Alexandra Dock, Historic Port of Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$550 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
AU$550
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (361 reviews)
Perfect
"Fantastic experience with first class service"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Leith

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Bonnington

Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

Bonnington
Scottish Parliament featuring a pool and street scenes

Holyrood

While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Scottish Parliament and Royal Mile.

Holyrood
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Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Parliament House – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Old Town Edinburgh
Edinburgh which includes night scenes and heritage architecture

New Town

4.5/5(120 area reviews)

Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Assembly Rooms and George Street.

New Town
Calton Hill which includes general coastal views, a city and skyline

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Scott Monument and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

Edinburgh City Centre
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Stockbridge

5/5(2 area reviews)

Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by Inverleith Park or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Stockbridge

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