Leith Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Royal Yacht Britannia showing boating and interior views

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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Easter Road Stadium

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

Easter Road Stadium
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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 lively festivals and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre
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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 art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Newhaven Heritage Museum

Activities

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Scotland Tours

NZ$1,432
Per adult
Scotland Tours
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Edinburgh Food Safari - we do the hunting, you do the eating

NZ$287
Per adult
Edinburgh Food Safari - we do the hunting, you do the eating
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Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group

NZ$102
Per adult
Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group
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Luggage Storage Edinburgh

NZ$13
Per adult
Luggage Storage Edinburgh
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Full Day Private Shore Tour in Edinburgh from Newhaven Port

NZ$343
Per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Edinburgh from Newhaven Port
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Edinburgh: Color Analysis Leith Walk

NZ$307
Per adult
Edinburgh: Color Analysis Leith Walk
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Our pick of the best Leith Hotel Deals

Edinburghhouse Hotel
Edinburghhouse Hotel
3 out of 5
90-92 Pilrig Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$148 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$148
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Princes Street are located ...
6.2/10 (723 reviews)
"Great vintage charm!! Stayed in the family room (sleeps 4) Was nice that we were able to do a late check in (2AM). Quite area. 5min Uber to "The Mile". Would stay again. Thank You :)"

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Edinburghhouse Hotel
Malmaison Edinburgh
Malmaison Edinburgh
4 out of 5
1 Tower Place Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$316 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$316
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Location is great. Breakfast is superb. Only problem is they don't understand "over easy" eggs. The might understand "light" instead. When I go back next year I'll bring a picture. It's a historic building but the remodel is modern and tasteful. All staff are friendly and responsive to my needs."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Malmaison Edinburgh
Park View House
Park View House
3 out of 5
14 Hermitage Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$317 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$317
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
6.4/10 (332 reviews)
"Top notch"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Park View House
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 NZ$312 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$312
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The staff were excellent - really helpful, friendly and efficient. Our room was spotlessly clean, the accoutrements were replenished every day and the amenities were modern. Breakfast was a well presented, well organised event every morning - hot fresh tasty food, plenty of fruit and pastries, and ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront, an IHG Hotel
Ocean Mist Leith
Ocean Mist Leith
2.5 out of 5
14 Shore, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$674 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$674
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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! (315 reviews)
Very Pleased
"Best of the best and totally unique. Great service and breakfast done right. Easy access to the tour buses that travel throughout Edinburgh, Staff is polite and extremely helpful,"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Ocean Mist Leith
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 NZ$833 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$833
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (298 reviews)
"Fantastic service. Stayed as part of our honeymoon. Had afternoon tea which was amazing. Very friendly and informative staff. Perfect."

Reviewed on 18 May 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 Princes Street.

Bonnington
Scottish Parliament featuring a pool and street scenes

Holyrood

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

Holyrood
Old Town showing heritage elements and street scenes

Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Royal Mile – 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 Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.

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 Princes Street 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

Leith Travel Guide

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