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 top-notch restaurants.

Edinburgh Port
Leith Links

Leith Links

Leith Links is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops 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 shops or notable monuments 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre

Edinburgh Hindu Mandir and Sanskritik Kendra

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh when you stop by Edinburgh Hindu Mandir and Sanskritik Kendra. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.

Edinburgh Hindu Mandir and Sanskritik Kendra

Activities

Luggage Storage Edinburgh

Luggage Storage Edinburgh

NZ$15
per adult
Luggage Storage Edinburgh
Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour

Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group

NZ$123
per adult
Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group
Edinburgh: Port of Leith Distillery Tour & Tasting

Edinburgh: Port of Leith Distillery Tour & Tasting

NZ$67
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Port of Leith Distillery Tour & Tasting
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Edinburgh from Newhaven Port

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Edinburgh from Newhaven Port

NZ$381
per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Edinburgh from Newhaven Port
Edinburgh: Lind & Lime Gin Distillery Tour & Tasting

Edinburgh: Lind & Lime Gin Distillery Tour & Tasting

NZ$67
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Lind & Lime Gin Distillery Tour & Tasting
St Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile

Edinburgh Shore Excursion: City Tour and Royal Yacht Britannia

NZ$142
per adult
Edinburgh Shore Excursion: City Tour and Royal Yacht Britannia
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Our pick of the best Leith Hotel Deals

Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel

2 out of 5
10-18 Windsor Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$376 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$376
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Great place. Like everywhere in Edinburgh, you pay quite a bit for what you get, but the room was nice and the staff were great."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Cairn Hotel
3 Johns Place Townhouse

3 Johns Place Townhouse

2 out of 5
3 John's Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$220 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$220
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and Netflix. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
"Fabulous room, very close to tram. Great Stay!"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

3 Johns Place Townhouse
Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation

Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation

2 out of 5
3-5 Amphion Lane (Murano Place), Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$577 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$577
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (545 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$450 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$450
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,048 reviews)
Great location in Grassmarket
"The service and staff were outstanding"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$556 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$556
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,791 reviews)
"It is conveniently located close to the train and bus stations. We had a wonderful stay overnight."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$293 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$293
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"Shower screen did not prevent bathroom floor from getting VERY wet, but other than that, everything was perfect!"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
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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 Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.

Bonnington
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Broughton

Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Mansfield Place Church and Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery while you're in town.

Broughton
Scottish Parliament showing street scenes and a pool

Holyrood

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

Holyrood
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Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

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

Old Town Edinburgh
Edinburgh showing heritage architecture and night scenes

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 showing a city, skyline and general coastal views

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle 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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