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 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

Things to do

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer

฿734
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

฿1,588
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Palace in Edinburgh

Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket

฿901
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh

Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh

฿773
per adult
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

฿923
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off City Tour

Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off City Tour

฿859
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off City Tour
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Top hotels in Leith

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

3 out of 5
Britannia Way, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿3,524 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿3,524
฿4,229 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,021 reviews)
"Very comfy and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG
3 Johns Place Townhouse

3 Johns Place Townhouse

4 out of 5
3 John's Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿2,943 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿2,943
฿3,532 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 ฿4,178 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿4,178
฿5,014 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Good choice in bar and hotel is in easy reach of Edinburgh city centre and surrounding areas."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Malmaison Edinburgh
Ocean Mist Leith

Ocean Mist Leith

2.5 out of 5
14 Shore, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (651 reviews)
"A unique stay. Great location. Comfy beds. The staff were amazing, very helpful. Provided great service. The continental breakfast was exceptional, with fresh fruit, cereals, juice, selection of breads, coffee & tea. The bar in the evening was a great location to unwind."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

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Ocean Mist Leith
Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel

2 out of 5
10-18 Windsor Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿3,291 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,291
฿3,949 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,009 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 ฿5,219 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿5,219
฿6,263 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,850 reviews)
"N/a"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
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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 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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Stockbridge

4.5/5(17 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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