Leith Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
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.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Top hotels in Leith
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG
Very clean room, spacious and very comfy bed. All members of staff were polite and helpful. Lots to choose from at breakfast.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Cairn Hotel
Spotless hotel, nice and close to shops (John Lewis 5 min walk) and restaurants. Nice touch to leave snacks for us, and shower gel provided. Would recommend and stay there again. Very Satisfied
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
3 Johns Place Townhouse
Clean room. Great facilities. Very comfortable.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Ocean Mist Leith
excellent hotel
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
The room was very clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
We had a fantastic stay at the Adagio. We were a family of four staying ina one bed apartment. The apartment was ready earlier than stated (we arrived for about 1pm) and so managed to check in early. The apartment itself had loads of space, plenty of room for four of us, and was clean. Breakfast ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Leith
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.
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.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
New Town
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 George Street and St. Andrew Square.
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.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
