Things to Do in St Leonard's, Edinburgh Quiet yet close to Edinburgh's main attractions, St Leonard's features cobblestone streets, boutique shops, cafes, and traditional pubs. Key sites like the Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, and Arthur's Seat are all within easy reach.
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John Knox House ★ 4.3 · 506
Puritan reformer's home dating from 1470 now hosting storytelling tours and historic exhibits.
Every day 10 AM – 6 PM
Fudge Kitchen Ltd - Edinburgh ★ 4.8 · 535
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat 10 AM – 5:30 PM
Sun 10 AM – 5 PM Where to eat & drink in St Leonard's
The Edinburgh Larder - Blackfriars Street ★ 4.6 · 4.4k· £10–20
Relaxed cafe for artisan coffee, and local, seasonal produce for breakfast & lunch.
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 3 PM
Sat 8 AM – 3 PM
Sun 8 AM – 3 PM
The Cocktail Geeks ★ 4.8 · 2.3k· £10-30
Funky bar known for inventive cocktails & experiences with unique pop-culture themes.
Mon–Thu 3 PM – 12 AM
Fri 12 PM – 1 AM
Sat 12 PM – 1 AM
Sun 12 PM – 12 AM
The World's End ★ 4.5 · 5.8k· £20–30
A friendly, spacious local serving up cask ales and an extensive menu featuring speciality burgers.
Every day 11 AM – 12 AM
Room Rumours Coffee ★ 4.8 · 1.2k· £1–10
Every day 8 AM – 4:30 PM
David Bann ★ 4.7 · 1.9k· £20–30
Creative, eclectic vegetarian cuisine served in warm, maroon decor with group menu and vegan dishes.
Every day 12 PM – 10 PM
Calton View Cafe (Royal Mile) ★ 4.8 · 653· £10–20
Mon 8 AM – 5 PM
Tue–Thu 9 AM – 5 PM
Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Sat 8 AM – 5 PM
Sun 8 AM – 5 PM
The Holyrood 9A ★ 4.5 · 3.0k· £20–30
Real ales and craft beers abound in a stylish, relaxed, wood-panelled pub offering gourmet burgers.
Mon–Thu 10 AM – 12 AM
Fri 10 AM – 1 AM
Sat 10 AM – 1 AM
Sun 10 AM – 12 AM
Monteith’s ★ 4.5 · 1.2k· £30–80
Intimate, refined spot for seasonal Scottish cuisine and cocktails in a smart, traditional decor.
Every day 12 PM – 11 PM
Whiski Bar & Restaurant ★ 4.4 · 4.1k· £20–30
Renowned bar serving over 270 whiskies, plus Scottish food including haggis, and live music.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 1 AM
Sat 9 AM – 1 AM
Sun 9 AM – 1 AM
The Haggis Box ★ 4.7 · 1.0k· £10–20
Straightforward cafe with a cheery vibe offering meat & veggie Scottish haggis, neeps & tatties.
Every day 10 AM – 8 PM
Cafe Edinburgh ★ 4.6 · 1.4k· £10–20
Every day 7 AM – 10 PM Planning time in St Leonard's?
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1 The Edinburgh Larder - Blackfriars Street 2 John Knox House 3 Fudge Kitchen Ltd - Edinburgh 4 The Cocktail Geeks 5 The World's End 6 Room Rumours Coffee 7 David Bann 8 Calton View Cafe (Royal Mile) 9 The Holyrood 9A 10 Monteith’s Ready to plan St Leonard's? Turn these St Leonard's picks into a day-by-day Edinburgh plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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