Leith Travel Guide

Edinburgh

Royal Yacht Britannia featuring interior views and boating
Royal Yacht Britannia showing boating and general coastal views
Royal Yacht Britannia showing boating, heritage elements and interior views
Royal Yacht Britannia showing heritage elements, interior views and boating
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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 featuring interior views and boating

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

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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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 acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.

Edinburgh Hindu Mandir and Sanskritik Kendra

Things to do

At Bo'ness Railway Station

Trains and Planes Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion

฿5,253
per adult
Trains and Planes Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion
Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour

Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group

฿2,666
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

฿1,333
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

฿7,388
per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Edinburgh from Newhaven Port
Edinburgh Luxury Private Day Tour with a Scottish Local

Edinburgh Luxury Private Day Tour with Scottish Local

฿42,656
per adult
Edinburgh Luxury Private Day Tour with Scottish Local
St Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile

Edinburgh Shore Excursion: City Tour and Royal Yacht Britannia

฿2,833
per adult
Edinburgh Shore Excursion: City Tour and Royal Yacht Britannia
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Top hotels in Leith

Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel

2 out of 5
10-18 Windsor Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿5,433 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿5,433
฿6,519 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Great large room, really helpful staff, excellent location. Good price."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Cairn Hotel
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 ฿10,184 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿10,184
฿12,221 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (526 reviews)
Cheap but comfortable stay
"The mattress topper was very comfortable as were the pillows. About 15 minutes walk into the city centre"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation
3 Johns Place Townhouse

3 Johns Place Townhouse

2 out of 5
3 John's Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,248 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
฿4,248
฿5,097 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and Netflix. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Princes Street are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
3 John's
"An amazingly appointed and decorated period town house. The attention to detail was fabulous. Love my first stay so much, I have now stayed two more times and it won't be the final time!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

3 Johns Place Townhouse
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿7,252 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿7,252
฿8,702 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,012 reviews)
"Great hotel in a fantastic location. Everything in Edinburgh is easily accessible and walkable. The room was clean and the staff were courteous."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿5,264 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿5,264
฿6,317 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Ambiance ,staff services"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿8,486 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿8,486
฿10,184 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,774 reviews)
"Very convenient to restaurants and attractions"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Apex Waterloo Place 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 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 featuring a pool and street scenes

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(1,168 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 which includes night scenes and heritage architecture

New Town

4.5/5(1,225 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 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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