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The Great Britain Guide

Museums · Central Scotland

The Spirit of Leithers

In or near Edinburgh.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair: limited

The Spirit of Leithers — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Christmas decoration in Ocean Terminal, Leith - geograph.org.uk - 3290758

Mike Pennington — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round
Nearest railway station
Edinburgh Waverley · 3.3 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

The Spirit of Leithers is a museum located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Place summary

The Spirit of Leithers is a museum located in central Scotland. It focuses on the maritime heritage and shipbuilding history of Leith, showcasing various exhibits related to the local community and its connection to the sea.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.9809, -3.1782
Postcode
EH6 6BR
Parliamentary constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith
Nearest railway station
Edinburgh Waverley3.3 km

Sources

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Image Collective

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Where to eat & stay near The Spirit of Leithers

Places to stay

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Rooms at GPO — a hotel in scotland central.

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Hotels · Central Scotland

Premier Inn Leith Waterfront

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Hostels · Central Scotland

Just Sleep Hostel

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Places to eat & drink

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Historic pubs · Central Scotland

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Starbank Arms, 62-64 Laverockbank Road, Edinburgh

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Spirit of Leithers?
The Spirit of Leithers is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH6 6BR).
What is The Spirit of Leithers?
The Spirit of Leithers — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to The Spirit of Leithers?
The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 3.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH6 6BR.
Is The Spirit of Leithers free to visit?
Yes, The Spirit of Leithers is free to enter.
How do I get to The Spirit of Leithers?
The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 3.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH6 6BR.