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 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

Things to do

At Bo'ness Railway Station

Trains and Planes Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion

฿5,190
per adult
Trains and Planes Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion
Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour

Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group

฿2,379
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

฿1,298
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

฿7,292
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

฿1,298
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

฿2,757
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 ฿5,918 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿5,918
฿7,101 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! (1,003 reviews)
"I got an upgrade to a spacious room although it was in the basement. All amenities were included except a mini fridge was not included. Still a pleasant 2 night stay."

Reviewed on 17 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 ฿3,682 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,682
฿4,419 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and Netflix. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
"Our stay at 3 John's Place was great. The Whalebone room was spacious and tidy, with a great view of the street and park. Amanda was super attentive and helpful via text and made our stay easy. She helped with an early check-in when we arrived earlier than expected and helped with storing our luggage ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

3 Johns Place Townhouse
Malmaison Edinburgh

Malmaison Edinburgh

4 out of 5
1 Tower Place Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,499 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿5,499
฿6,599 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Comfortable room and bed but too warm during the night and no aircon."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Malmaison Edinburgh
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 ฿8,316 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿8,316
฿9,979 total
23 Aug - 24 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! (555 reviews)
Good budget accommodation
"Good budget accommodation. Everything was fine. Safe and well located. Very accessible to the airport by tram. I would stay here again"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Destiny Student Murano - Campus Accommodation
Pillars House

Pillars House

3.5 out of 5
125 Constitution Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿5,490 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿5,490
฿6,588 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)
"The property is located in a nice area, easily accessible. It does not offer a proper breakfast, but a dining space, coffee, tea, snacks, milk, bread and fruit. The hosts are really helpful. However, the price is quite high, although could not find better in Edinburgh."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Pillars House
Abbotsford Guest House

Abbotsford Guest House

3 out of 5
36 Pilrig street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle ...
7.8/10 Good! (272 reviews)
"The location was great and service was good."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

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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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