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

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 entertainment choices 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 lively festivals and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre

Edinburgh Hindu Mandir and Sanskritik Kendra

After visiting Edinburgh Hindu Mandir and Sanskritik Kendra, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. Discover the acclaimed art galleries 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
St Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile

Edinburgh Shore Excursion: City Tour and Royal Yacht Britannia

NZ$147
per adult
Edinburgh Shore Excursion: City Tour and Royal Yacht Britannia
Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour

Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group

NZ$101
per adult
Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Edinburgh from Newhaven Port

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Edinburgh from Newhaven Port

NZ$391
per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Edinburgh from Newhaven Port
Edinburgh: Port of Leith Distillery Tour & Tasting

Edinburgh: Port of Leith Distillery Tour & Tasting

NZ$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Port of Leith Distillery Tour & Tasting
Port of Leith Distillery Tour

Port of Leith Distillery Tour and Tasting

NZ$69
per adult
Port of Leith Distillery Tour and Tasting
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Our pick of the best Leith Hotel Deals

3 Johns Place Townhouse

3 Johns Place Townhouse

4 out of 5
3 John's Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$188 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$188
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this 4-star guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and Netflix. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
"We loved our stay here. It had everything we needed. They were so kind and left us something special for our honeymoon. We appreciated the luggage lockers as well."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

3 Johns Place Townhouse
Malmaison Edinburgh

Malmaison Edinburgh

4 out of 5
1 Tower Place Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$325 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$325
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Leith was a great location. Very nice hotel. Great beds, nice bathroom. Noisy people in corridor, but otherwise quiet."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Malmaison Edinburgh
Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel

2 out of 5
10-18 Windsor Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$215 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$215
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Only used room as not in main hotel but across way in apartments. Main bedroom bigger than expected but bathroom very cramped with how close toilet to shower"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Cairn Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$452 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$452
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,856 reviews)
Great location, wonderful place to stay
"This was a wonderful space to stay for our trip to Edinburgh. Walkable to key tourist attractions yet very quiet. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were wonderful. Would certainly recommend for anyone exploring the city."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$424 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
NZ$424
per night
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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! (2,166 reviews)
"Great location…so close to Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile!"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$345 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$345
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,360 reviews)
"Room is clean and beds are comfortable."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
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Other neighbourhoods around Leith

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Broughton

Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue 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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Stockbridge

5/5(2 area reviews)

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

Stockbridge

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