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Leith Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to Do & Deals | Trip.com | August 2026
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Things to do in Leith
What to do
Looking for things to do in Leith? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Edinburgh Castle
9.9
4.7
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2,817 Reviews
Historic landmark
Night view
Edinburgh Old Town
9.0
4.9
/5
132 Reviews
Historic landmark
Palace of Holyroodhouse
8.6
4.7
/5
355 Reviews
Historic landmark
The Scotch Whisky Experience
7.4
4.4
/5
225 Reviews
Calton Hill
7.2
4.6
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516 Reviews
Mountain climbing
Night view
National Museum of Scotland
6.5
4.7
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285 Reviews
Princes Street
6.5
4.8
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340 Reviews
Night view
St Giles' Cathedral
6.3
4.4
/5
168 Reviews
Edinburgh Bus Tours
6.3
4.9
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12 Reviews
The Edinburgh Dungeon
6.2
4.1
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20 Reviews
Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Leith, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Holiday Inn Express EDINBURGH - LEITH WATERFRONT by IHG
4.3
/5
206 Reviews
Edinburgh Leith Waterfront
4.1
/5
42 Reviews
Malmaison Edinburgh
4.2
/5
123 Reviews
Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel
4.9
/5
101 Reviews
Pillars House
4.6
/5
118 Reviews
89 the Merchants- Chic Aparthotel by the House of Danu
4.1
/5
6 Reviews
Ocean Serviced Apartments
4.5
/5
78 Reviews
GuestReady - Rustic 1Bed in Leith, Edinburgh
4.5
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Ocean Mist Leith
4.7
/5
105 Reviews
Cozy 3Br Escape Near Edinburgh Centre
4.9
/5
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Adelphi Hotel
3.3
/5
79 Reviews
The Pavilion at Lamb's House
5.0
/5
2 Reviews
What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Leith dishes and foodie spots.
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Wildfire
4.3
/5
19 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €46/person
Chaophraya Thai Restaurant
4.4
/5
10 Reviews
Southeast Asian cuisine
View of landmarks
Avg. €43/person
Twenty Princes Street
4.4
/5
13 Reviews
Western cuisine
View of landmarks
Avg. €50/person
Harvey Nichols Forth Floor Brasserie and Bar
4.5
/5
29 Reviews
Bars/bistros
Suitable for couples
Avg. €40/person
The Ivy On The Square Edinburgh
4.2
/5
6 Reviews
Western cuisine
Photogenic
Avg. €30/person
The Elephant House
4.7
/5
218 Reviews
Coffee shop
View of landmarks
Avg. €18/person
Xiangbala Hotpot
4.3
/5
15 Reviews
Hotpot
Avg. €28/person
Amber Restaurant & Whisky Bar
4.8
/5
187 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €63/person
Angels with Bagpipes
4.0
/5
12 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €46/person
The Mussel and Steak Bar
4.8
/5
29 Reviews
Seafood
Avg. €54/person
Dishoom Edinburgh
3.9
/5
11 Reviews
Southeast Asian cuisine
Great ambiance
Avg. €28/person
Kyloe
4.3
/5
11 Reviews
Western cuisine
Avg. €52/person
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St Margaret's Chapel
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Twenty Princes Street
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The Milkman
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