Leith Waterworld, Edinburgh

#412 among attractions in Edinburgh

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Leith Waterworld was a leisure pool in Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland. It was built on the site of the former Leith Central railway station. It was the only pool in Edinburgh with flumes, and there was also a fast river run. It was closed in January 2012 in order to save funds for the Royal Commonwealth Pool's renovation and re-opening. A campaigning group against the closure, called Splashback, were funded to carry out feasibility studies but the property has been converted into a children's soft-play centre. ()

Elevation: 56 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 55°58'12"N, 3°10'16"W

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Leith Waterworld – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ocean Terminal, Easter Road Stadium, Collective, South Leith Parish Church.

0.8 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh
21 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Leith, Edinburgh's vibrant waterfront district, Ocean Terminal stands as a modern shopping and leisure hub. This expansive shopping centre, which opened its doors in 2001, offers a unique retail experience against the backdrop of the city's...
0.6 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Easter Road Stadium, Edinburgh
16 min walk • Easter Road Stadium stands as a testament to the passion for football in Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland. Nestled in the Leith area, this iconic sports venue is the proud home of Hibernian Football Club, often referred to as "Hibs." Established in 1893, the...
1.1 miSW
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Collective, Edinburgh
29 min walk • Collective is a contemporary art institution located in the heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Nestled atop Calton Hill, this museum is not only a destination for art enthusiasts but also offers panoramic views of the city.
~740 ftN
Church, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
South Leith Parish Church, Edinburgh
4 min walk • South Leith Parish Church, originally the Kirk of Our Lady, St Mary, is a congregation of the Church of Scotland. It is the principal church and congregation in Leith, in Edinburgh.
1 miNW
Museum, Art gallery
Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop, Edinburgh
25 min walk • Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop is a facility in Edinburgh, Scotland providing artists with studios, exhibition space and workshops.
0.6 miN
Bridge
Victoria Swing Bridge, Edinburgh
16 min walk • The Victoria Swing Bridge is a swing bridge in Leith, Edinburgh.
1.1 miSW
Reportedly haunted, Theater, Concerts and shows
Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh
28 min walk • Edinburgh Playhouse is a theatre in Edinburgh, Scotland. With 3,059 seats it is the second largest theatre in the UK after the Hammersmith Apollo. The theatre is owned by Ambassador Theatre Group.
0.4 miSW
Museum
Rhubaba Gallery and Studios, Edinburgh
11 min walk • Rhubaba Gallery and Studios is an artist-run gallery and studios in Edinburgh, Scotland, co-founded by Edinburgh College of Art graduates Frances Stacey, Rachel Adams, Tom Nolan, Catherine Payton and Claire Davies.
0.6 miNW
Church
North Leith Parish Church, Edinburgh
16 min walk • North Leith Parish Church is a congregation of the Church of Scotland, within the Presbytery of Edinburgh. It is serves part of Leith, formerly an independent burgh and since 1920 a part of the city of Edinburgh, Scotland.
~1390 ftE
Park
Leith Links, Edinburgh
7 min walk • Leith Links is the principal open space within Leith, the docks district of Edinburgh, Scotland. This public park is divided by a road into two main areas, a western section and an eastern section, both being largely flat expanses of grass bordered by mature trees.
0.7 miSW
Street
Leith Walk, Edinburgh
17 min walk • Leith Walk is one of the longest streets in Edinburgh, Scotland, and is the main road connecting the port area of Leith to the centre of the city.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Leith Waterworld?

Nearby attractions include South Leith Parish Church, Edinburgh (4 min walk), Trinity House, Edinburgh (4 min walk), Kirkgate, Edinburgh (5 min walk), Henderson Street, Edinburgh (6 min walk).

How to get to Leith Waterworld by public transport?

The nearest stations to Leith Waterworld:

Bus

Academy Street • Lines: 21, 49 (2 min walk)
Foot of the Walk • Lines: 49 (2 min walk)

Tram

St Andrew Square • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (35 min walk)