Leith Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Royal Yacht Britannia
You can study the exhibits at Royal Yacht Britannia, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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 lively festivals and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is a popular museum in Edinburgh with a rich history. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Royal Mile
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Royal Mile. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Leith
Malmaison Edinburgh
Staff members were excellent very helpful professional recommendations to all our families and friends will be back again
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Cairn Hotel
Simple one night stay in The Loft room 412. Perfect for 2 adults and 2 children. Clean and comfortable with hot water. Walking distance from attractions and near to a Wetherspoons for food including breakfast. 5 minute walk to Tesco express.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
3 Johns Place Townhouse
Awesome location
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG
The beds in our room were set back in a recess behind the window which meant that a strip of light between the curtains and the wall lay across our eyes from sunrise. So frustrating! Breakfast lovely and really diverse considering it was free but it was completely chaotic and almost impossible to ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Clean, comfortable and nice location and there’s lovely restaurant.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Complimentary drinks but wouldn’t give wine - disappointing . Room great , but thin duvet so a little cold. Would stay again
Reviewed on 12 Apr 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 Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Scottish Parliament and Dynamic Earth.
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 Edinburgh Castle or Scott Monument 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 Edinburgh Castle to Parliament House – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
