Leith and the coast
Singles in and around Leith and Portobello
Leith is Edinburgh's port, with a harbour lined with restaurants, while Portobello is the city's seaside, with a long sandy beach and promenade. For a first date there's a stroll along the Shore, a walk on Portobello Beach, or a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Leith and Portobello
Three easy places to meet someone new in Leith and Portobello. Check opening times before you go.
The Shore in Leith
A waterside street of old warehouses, pubs and restaurants along the Water of Leith. Lively, public and good for a drink or a meal.
Portobello Beach and Promenade
A wide sandy beach with a long promenade, cafes and ice cream. Flat, free and ideal for a walk, but it can be breezy so bring a layer.
Royal Yacht Britannia
The former royal yacht is permanently moored in the port of Leith. It is ticketed, so check opening times and prices before you go.
Around Leith and Portobello
Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Leith, Newhaven, Portobello, Joppa, Granton and Trinity.
Getting there: Trams run down Leith Walk to Newhaven, and Lothian Buses link Leith and Portobello with Edinburgh city centre. The Promenade and the Water of Leith path are popular for walking and cycling.
Go Edinburgh Dating covers the whole Edinburgh area, so you can join from Leith and Portobello and search nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.
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Questions about dating in Leith and Portobello
What is a good first date in Leith and Portobello?
There are plenty of easy options: a stroll along the Shore, a walk on Portobello Beach and a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Leith and Portobello?
Trams run down Leith Walk to Newhaven, and Lothian Buses link Leith and Portobello with Edinburgh city centre. The Promenade and the Water of Leith path are popular for walking and cycling.
Can I join Go Edinburgh Dating from Leith and Portobello?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go Edinburgh Dating covers the whole Edinburgh area, so you can search other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Leith and Portobello?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Every member is ID verified, and our guide to dating safely has more tips.