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 notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Royal Mile
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Royal Mile, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Leith
3 Johns Place Townhouse
"The room was very clean and the property was very well maintained. There is no front desk, but staff was available via phone and were friendly and accommodating. Housekeeping came to service the room daily. The hotel was only about a 10 min uber ride from the heart of the city. 10/10 would stay ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG
"Very good no issues at all"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Cairn Hotel
"Lovely clean place very central"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
"Hallways were dingy and had a damp smell. Actual room was fine, just the shower was outdated. Overall didn’t feel clean."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"The biggest issue was the room temperature. The room became extremely hot throughout the afternoon and evening and was very uncomfortable to stay in. We were unable to properly relax or sleep in the room due to the heat. In order to make the room even somewhat tolerable, we had to keep the windows ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
"Overall a disappointing experience. Only nice thing was the convenient location. When we arrived with 3 heavy bags, the lift to carry the bags up was broken. So we were forced to carry them up the stairs. We found that the sheets we slept on gave us itchy skin and receptionist told us the sheets ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 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.
