Kirkgate, Edinburgh

Name: Kirkgate
Address: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

#289 among attractions in Edinburgh

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Kirkgate is an ancient thoroughfare in Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland. It runs north from the foot of Leith Walk towards Leith Docks. It is one of the oldest streets in the district and historically one of its most vital road links. ()

Coordinates: 55°58'22"N, 3°10'15"W

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LeithEdinburgh United Kingdom

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Kirkgate – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ocean Terminal, Easter Road Stadium, Collective, HMY Britannia.

0.6 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh
17 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...
0.8 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Easter Road Stadium, Edinburgh
20 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 miS
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.
0.7 miN
Royal family's former personal vessel
HMY Britannia, Edinburgh
18 min walk • HMY Britannia, a former royal yacht of the British monarch, is now a cherished attraction docked in the historic city of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Launched on April 16, 1953, and commissioned into service for Queen Elizabeth II in January 1954, this majestic vessel...
~260 ftS
Church, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
South Leith Parish Church, Edinburgh
2 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.
0.9 miNW
Museum, Art gallery
Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop, Edinburgh
23 min walk • Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop is a facility in Edinburgh, Scotland providing artists with studios, exhibition space and workshops.
0.4 miN
Bridge
Victoria Swing Bridge, Edinburgh
11 min walk • The Victoria Swing Bridge is a swing bridge in Leith, Edinburgh.
1.2 miSW
Reportedly haunted, Theater, Concerts and shows
Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh
32 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.
0.6 miSW
Museum
Rhubaba Gallery and Studios, Edinburgh
16 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.
0.5 miNW
Church
North Leith Parish Church, Edinburgh
14 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.
~1450 ftSE
Park
Leith Links, Edinburgh
8 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kirkgate?

Nearby attractions include Trinity House, Edinburgh (2 min walk), South Leith Parish Church, Edinburgh (2 min walk), St Mary's Star of the Sea Church, Edinburgh (2 min walk), Henderson Street, Edinburgh (3 min walk).

How to get to Kirkgate by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kirkgate:

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Kirkgate Centre • Lines: 21 (4 min walk)
Junction Place • Lines: 21 (4 min walk)