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Currency
British Pound Sterling (GBP)
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Language
English
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Time Zone
GMT (UTC+0)
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Best Time to Visit
Apr–Jul
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Typical Duration
11-16 nights
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Price Range
$5,302–$14,279 per person
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Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
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Tender Port
No
Gateway to Edinburgh and Scotland's historic coastline, offering access to the capital city and scenic cruises through the Scottish Hebrides and Irish Sea.
Build Your Day in Leith
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
🛳 Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Edinburgh Castle
There are painting, weapons, jewelery and such to explore.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Royal Mile
Numerous attractions and skilled artists presenting their craft.
Palace of Holyroodhouse
... to spend a few hours and one of the few accessible things to do.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
The Real Mary King's Close
Staff make the experience fun with their knowledge and interactive approach.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
The Royal Yacht Britannia
Great for all ages, with plenty to learn and explore…
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Holyrood Park
A great place for outdoor activities or just relaxing in a beautiful setting
Ocean Terminal
Entertainment: Yacht Britannia, Vue Cinema and a skating venue.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM
The Edinburgh Dungeon
Great interactive experience, fun and fully immersive.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Teuchters Landing
Sat by the stove and played board games for the evening.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Tartan Weaving Mill and Exhibition
Lots of space to try on items,and deals when you buy more than one scarf.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Leith Links
Kids friendly, with lots of activities around.
The Kitchin
An evening of unmatched food, drinks, service and atmosphere.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Roseleaf Bar Cafe
Outstanding staff, FABULOUS Cocktails, DELICIOUS menu!
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Lauriston Castle
Has a Japanese garden and croquet amongst other things.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Fishers
The food was excellent, so tasty and beautifully cooked/presented.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Ella - Taste of Greece
Food and atmosphere was unique, we truly felt special.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Water of Leith Path
I would recommend to walk towards national galleries for truly calming walk.
Tapa
High end tapas served artistically and tasting delightful.
🕐 Closed · Opens 1 PM
The Lioness of Leith
The cocktails are delicious and reasonably priced!
🕐 Closed · Opens 4 PM
Malt & Hops
Nice music, kind and helpful barperson, nice view of the river.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Barry Fish
The food was delicious and looked amazing and the service was spot on.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Port of Leith Distillery
Definitely something to do if you visit the city.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Leith Market
Discovered a really cool local artist, @monstersbymike, at a booth.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Sat
Asda Leith Superstore
Very good experience, many options, good prices
🕐 Open 24 hours
Tesco Superstore
Amazing selection at reasonable prices
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 AM
The Walnut
... food, service, and atmosphere for celebrating a birthday dinner.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12:30 PM
Tiso Edinburgh Outdoor Experience
Great service and enormous selection of products.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Heron
Incredible service, outstanding food and drinks that compliment everything.
🕐 Closed · Opens 5:30 PM
The Shore Bar and Restaurant
Great food, great atmosphere, good beer and nice service.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Water of Leith Walkway
Leads to 3 museums of modern art
James Pringles Shopping Village
Lovely variety of items and at reasonable prices
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
Lost in Leith
Clean and tidy, friendly bar staff, good drinks and dog friendly!
🕐 Closed · Opens 4 PM
The False Widow
Delicious drinks, brilliant staff, place is stylish yet comfy and cosy.
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM
Brass Monkey Shore
The pub is relaxed with good background music and excellent service.
🕐 Closed · Opens 3 PM
Three Marys
Great accessible, interesting, tasty cocktails in a really good venue
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM
Bittersweet Leith
Fantastic drinks, lovely service and a really great atmosphere.
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM
The Lighthouse Restaurant
Stunning setting with fantastic food, drinks, and service.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM
Shore Distillery
It was an interesting and unique experience, truly worth having.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Water of Leith Weir
We had a great and relaxing walk along the river!
Water of Leith
What an absolute gem of a city walk.
Britannia Shop
Really good selection of souvenirs, and friendly / helpful staff.
Flux
Very cozy store with a wide range of goods, friendly staff, normal prices.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Lighthouse Park
You can take your loved one for a walk in nearby trail.
Logan Malloch Ltd
Beautiful unique items and a friendly staff.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Portal Leith
friendly staff and a cool selection of otherworldly goods and gifts!
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
The Finch - Neighbourhood Bar
Lovely touches and interior, great drink choices and really friendly owners.
🕐 Closed · Opens 3 PM
Dogstar
Wonderful, friendly service, Incredible food & tremendous drinks.
🕐 Closed · Opens 5:30 PM
Nobles by Bellfield
Great range of beers, some wine and good cocktails in a beautiful setting
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM
The Leith Collective
Absolutely full of really imaginative stuff at prices to suit everyone.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Leith
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Leith
Leith serves as a vibrant cruise port in Scotland's Northern Europe region, welcoming passengers aboard three distinguished cruise lines: Seabourn, Silversea, and Atlas Ocean Voyages. While primarily functioning as a port of call, Leith offers convenient access to some of the British Isles' most compelling destinations, with typical itineraries spanning 11 nights and calling at ports including Dover, Belfast, Oban, London Tower Bridge, and Greenock. The port experiences its busiest season from April through July, making spring and early summer ideal times to explore this corner of Scotland.
Stepping ashore in Leith, you'll find yourself just minutes from Edinburgh's historic heart, where centuries-old architecture and world-class museums await exploration. The port's excellent connectivity means you can easily venture beyond the immediate waterfront to discover Scotland's rugged landscapes, charming villages, and rich cultural heritage. Whether you're embarking on a multi-week voyage or enjoying a few hours during a port call, Leith provides an authentic Scottish experience with the convenience and comfort cruise travelers expect.
Stepping ashore in Leith, you'll find yourself just minutes from Edinburgh's historic heart, where centuries-old architecture and world-class museums await exploration. The port's excellent connectivity means you can easily venture beyond the immediate waterfront to discover Scotland's rugged landscapes, charming villages, and rich cultural heritage. Whether you're embarking on a multi-week voyage or enjoying a few hours during a port call, Leith provides an authentic Scottish experience with the convenience and comfort cruise travelers expect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leith Port?
Leith is an official port in Scotland with UN/LOCODE GBLEI.
Where is Leith Port located?
Located in Leith, Scotland, near Edinburgh, at 55.95 latitude and -3.166666667 longitude.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Leith?
GBLEI.
What is the official port type of Leith?
Official port.