Leith Links, Edinburgh

Name: Leith Links
Address: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

#156 among attractions in Edinburgh

Park, Relax in park

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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. Historically it covered a wider area extending north as far as the shoreline of the Firth of Forth. This area of grass and former sand-dunes was previously used as a golf links. ()

Elevation: 43 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 55°58'15"N, 3°9'52"W

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

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

0.9 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh
23 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
17 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...
1.3 miSW
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Collective, Edinburgh
34 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.
~1300 ftW
Church, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
South Leith Parish Church, Edinburgh
7 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.
1.2 miNW
Museum, Art gallery
Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop, Edinburgh
30 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
15 min walk • The Victoria Swing Bridge is a swing bridge in Leith, Edinburgh.
1.3 miSW
Reportedly haunted, Theater, Concerts and shows
Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh
33 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.
0.7 miSW
Museum
Rhubaba Gallery and Studios, Edinburgh
17 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.
0.8 miNW
Church
North Leith Parish Church, Edinburgh
21 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.
0.8 miW
Cemetery
Rosebank Cemetery, Edinburgh
22 min walk • Rosebank Cemetery is a 19th-century cemetery in Edinburgh. It is located at the junction of Pilrig Street and Broughton Road in the Pilrig area, close to the historical boundary of Leith. The cemetery is protected as a category C listed building.
~1480 ftW
Museum
Trinity House, Edinburgh
8 min walk • Trinity House, 99 Kirkgate, is a building in Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland, which was a guild hall, customs house, and centre for maritime administration and poor relief.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Leith Links?

Nearby attractions include Constitution Street, Edinburgh (6 min walk), St Mary's Star of the Sea Church, Edinburgh (6 min walk), South Leith Parish Church, Edinburgh (7 min walk), Leith Waterworld, Edinburgh (7 min walk).

How to get to Leith Links by public transport?

The nearest stations to Leith Links:

Bus

Somerset Place • Lines: 1, 21 (3 min walk)
Vanburgh Place • Lines: 1, 21 (4 min walk)

Tram

St Andrew Square • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (40 min walk)