Leith Walking Tour: A Maritime & Distilling History

Leith Docks, Edinburgh



Starting at Lind & Lime we explore the people, places & industries that shaped Scotland’s historic port and take in some of Leith’s best landmarks along the route to Port of Leith Distillery

Highlights

  • Discover the stories behind Scotland’s historic port
  • Trace the footsteps of the characters who shaped Leith & the Royals who visited
  • Finish with a Table Whisky Highball or Lind & Lime Gin & Tonic

Description

Our sister distilleries may be a short walk apart but there’s a remarkable amount of Leith history packed in to the streets between them. During your tour, you will explore on foot the historic Shore with its distinctive waterfront, cobbled streets and hidden architectural details. Start the tour at Lind & Lime Gin Distillery, Coburg Street, Leith. Uncover the stories of merchants, sailors, dockers & distillers who shaped Leith and the Kings & Queens who visited. Navigate the working Port of Leith, tracing its industrial past through to its ongoing transformation. Take in views of the Ocean Mist, Fingal and the Royal Yacht Britannia. Round things off in the Port of Leith distillery bar with panoramic views of Leith and beyond, enjoying a Table Whisky highball or a Lind & Lime G&T. Suitable for: Locals interested in discovering new stories about their neighbourhood. Visitors looking to explore one of Edinburgh's most distinctive and evolving communities. Anyone with an interest in maritime history, architecture, industrial heritage and Scottish spirits. 18+ only Walking tours involve walking on public roads, pavements, and footpaths that may be uneven, slippery, or affected by weather conditions. Participants join the tour voluntarily and should take reasonable care for their own safety. Appropriate footwear and clothing are recommended. Participants are responsible for their own personal belongings. We accept no responsibility for loss, theft, or damage to personal items except where required by law. Well behaved dogs are welcome on the tour, in the Distillery Bar & the shops at both distilleries. Please bring your own supplies and clean up after your pet.

Includes

Guided Tour in English Table Whisky Highball or Lind & Lime Gin & Tonic

Important Information

  • Walking tours involve walking on public roads, pavements, and footpaths that may be uneven, slippery, or affected by weather conditions. Participants join the tour voluntarily and should take reasonable care for their own safety. Appropriate footwear and clothing are recommended. Participants are responsible for their own personal belongings. We accept no responsibility for loss, theft, or damage to personal items except where required by law.

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