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Port of Edinburgh (Leith), Scotland Real-Time Live Ship & Marine Traffic - Cruising Earth

Port of Edinburgh (Leith), Scotland
Real-Time Live Ship & Marine Traffic

Aerial view of the the Port of Edinburgh (Leith), Scotland

View Real-Time Live Ship Traffic In The Port of Edinburgh (Leith), Scotland

Edinburgh (Leith) is Scotland’s historic port and the gateway to the capital city known for its festivals and castle. Ships navigate the scenic Firth of Forth before docking at the modern harbor. The arrival offers sweeping views of the historic waterfront and the vibrant city skyline.

The port’s central location makes it a perfect gateway to Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. Nearby Royal Yacht Britannia and the vibrant waterfront add to the welcoming Scottish experience. The sheltered harbor allows smooth maneuvering for large cruise vessels.

Cultural offerings include the annual Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Military Tattoo, signature haggis, neeps and tatties, and the strong Scottish literary and musical traditions. The blend of historic port heritage, world-class festivals, and the iconic Scottish capital makes Leith one of the most vibrant cruise ports in the British Isles.

Track ship arrivals and departures in the Port of Edinburgh (Leith), Scotland. Real-time live ship traffic in the Port of Edinburgh (Leith), Scotland is now centered in the port tracker map below.

Port of Edinburgh (Leith), Scotland Ship Tracking Map

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Edinburgh (Leith), Scotland Details & Statistics

Population:487,500
Pop. Year:2013
Land Area:102.0 mi2
Pop. Density:4,779 / mi2
Latitude:55.9819° N
Longitude:3.1828° W
Time Zone:UTC +01:00

Edinburgh (Leith), Scotland Current Weather Conditions

Sun July 19, 2026 10:18 PM BST
Port of Edinburgh (Leith), Scotland current weather conditions: Overcast Clouds
Overcast Clouds
Temperature:63 °F
Wind Direction:Out of 25°
Wind Speed:3.6 mph / 3.1 knots
Wind Gusts:6.2 mph / 5.4 knots
Humidity:55%
Pressure:30.3 inHg / 1026 mb
Visibility:6.2 mi
Sunrise:4:53 AM
Sunset:9:44 PM

Additional Ports Nearby

Port NameDistance
Edinburgh (Queensferry), Scotland7.90 miles (W)
Edinburgh (Rosyth), Scotland10.27 miles (W)
Glasgow (Greenock), Scotland61.06 miles (W)
HMNB Clyde, Scotland63.58 miles (W)
Aberdeen, Scotland90.87 miles (NE)
Oban, Scotland93.11 miles (W)
Fort William, Scotland93.81 miles (NW)
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England96.47 miles (SE)
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