The Best 10 Indian Restaurants near The Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh

Ocean Terminal, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ, United Kingdom

Dishoom

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“Service was quick, friendly and very attentive. The food was served in traditional Indian "thalis"...”   more

The Pakora Bar

2 .  The Pakora Bar

“Great appetizer options. Do try the Indian chai and Moong dal rice. Very friendly people as well.”   more

Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant

3 .  Gurkha Cafe & Restaurant

“Very good Indian food. We ordered chicken tikka as starter. Very well spiced and succulent pieces...”   more

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Britannia Spice

4 .  Britannia Spice

“Lovely Indian Restaurant just by Ocean Terminal. Great variety of Indian Dishes, with some more...”   more

Shezan Indian Cuisine

5 .  Shezan Indian Cuisine

“Big portions of Indian food that was really pretty good. We had the butter chicken and another spicy...”   more

Mintleaf

6 .  Mintleaf

“The menu features a good mix of Thai and Indian dishes. All of them sounded so good that it was...”   more

Kama Sutra

7 .  Kama Sutra

“Authentic Indian food. Great portions. Nice staff. Amazing drinks. I got the chicken tikka masala...”   more

Desi Pakwan

8 .  Desi Pakwan

“Best Indian food I have ever had !! The food is reasonably priced, lots of different options, and...”   more

Mother India’s Cafe

9 .  Mother India’s Cafe

“It's tremendous, setting itself up as an Indian Tapas deal, meaning you get to try a bunch of dishes...”   more

Indian Flavour

10 .  Indian Flavour

“To be honest-i been so many places but finally stuck with this Indian Flavour because of fresh...”   more

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"A better place than I was expecting. We went on a weekday night and it started a bit quiet. The crowds started to fill in and for good reason. Big portions of Indian food that was really pretty good. We had the butter chicken and another spicy dish. In addition we had some naan that was HUGE. We even got lots of little munchies with small dipping sauces to start. Surprisingly the service was kind of weird and a little overbearing. He didn't put in our main courses because he wanted us to "enjoy" the nibbles. But it just added time to the meal unnecessarily. And then a bit of hovering without purpose. How about a water refill? Overall though we wanted some good Indian food on a trip to the UK and this didn't disappoint."

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THE 10 BEST Restaurants Near Royal Yacht Britannia, Edinburgh

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Dean Banks At The Pompadour

  • “Superb food .” 08/03/2024
  • “Terrific experience” 27/02/2024

Royal Deck Tea Room

  • “ a perfect experience! must vis... ” 09/11/2023
  • “ Nice table, view, food and sta... ” 24/10/2023

Zizzi - Leith

  • “ Needs more staff ” 11/11/2023
  • “ Amazing service, with a view a... ” 03/10/2023

Wrapchic

  • “ So gooood ” 10/03/2022
  • “ Delicious Food! ” 16/01/2022

Nando's Edinburgh - Ocean Terminal

  • “ Fun, Delicious, Cheap Place fo... ” 31/10/2023
  • “ Good place for a quick bite ” 02/08/2023

Frankie & Benny's

  • “ Quick meal before the cinema ” 03/03/2024
  • “ Quick! ” 02/03/2024

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Dulse - Seafood & Wine

  • “First time here- will come back” 07/03/2024
  • “Tasting menu” 07/03/2024

Costa Coffee

  • “ Good service ” 06/09/2022
  • “ Good coffee in spacious, clean... ” 22/07/2022

Starbucks Ocean Terminal

  • “ Great! ” 08/12/2022
  • “ Bad ” 13/11/2022

Pizza Express

  • “ Pizza Express Party ” 25/09/2023
  • “ Never ever again ” 20/08/2023

Wagamama Edinburgh Ocean Terminal

  • “ Well worth a visit ” 04/06/2023
  • “ Good food and service ” 07/09/2022

The Kitchin

  • “ Special food experience ” 05/03/2024
  • “ Fine dining in Leith ” 02/03/2024

Cafe Domenico

  • “ Great wee Italian ” 07/03/2024
  • “ Great gem in Leith ” 16/01/2024

Roseleaf Bar Cafe

  • “ Worth the wait ” 14/01/2024
  • “ Resounding, "we will be back"! ” 06/01/2024

Kezban Mediterranean Restaurant

  • “ Authentic Turkish restaurant ” 05/03/2024
  • “ What a find! ” 20/02/2024

The Haven Cafe

  • “ It is a Haven ” 05/02/2024
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teuchters landing

  • “ Don’t miss this place ” 20/02/2024
  • “ Terrific ” 03/02/2024

The Shore

  • “ Fantastic fish and chips ” 23/02/2024
  • “ Awful experience. No idea abou... ” 19/02/2024

Hemingway's Edinburgh

  • “ Fantastic Sunday lunch!! ” 15/01/2024
  • “ Misleading Menu Information ” 13/12/2023

Fishers

  • “ Fabulous seafood ” 01/02/2024
  • “ First and last ” 22/12/2023

The Ship on the Shore

  • “ Excellent food and well wort... ” 20/02/2024
  • “ A treat to visit ” 03/02/2024

Mintleaf Restaurant

  • “ Superb meal, lovely atmosphere ” 01/03/2024
  • “ Superb all round 10 / 10 ” 27/02/2024

Britannia Spice

  • “ Best jalfrezi ” 17/02/2024
  • “ Excellent Indian food in Leith ” 02/11/2023

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Tapa

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The King's Wark

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Borough

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Sneak Peek Inside The Royal Yacht Britannia Edinburgh & Tour Review

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Catch a glimpse of Queen Elizabeth’s preferred room, see the honeymoon bed requested by Charles, and find out why a wombat takes pride of place in a roof fan during this self-guided tour of the Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh. After 44 years of royal service, HMY Britannia is berthed at Ocean Terminal in Leith and open to visitors who want to learn more about how the royals live.

However, a tour of Britannia is much more than just pulling back the curtains on an episode of The Crown, the tour goes deep into life at sea logistics, touches upon UK history and discusses the engineering of this floating palace.

You’ll get a sneak peek at the bowels of the Britannia as well as its bow. So let’s dive into the Royal Yacht Britannia tour review and photography.

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA at Dock Tour

Visit The Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh

Setting and location.

While there is no shortage of royal attractions in the Old Town, the Royal Yacht Britannia is actually located in the lesser-known, very hip and adored Edinburgh neighbourhood, Leith .

You can get to Leith via public bus, taxi or the hop on/hop off bus tour using the Majestic Tour line .

If you have a car, the Royal Yacht Britannia is one of the very few Edinburgh attractions that you can park at for free.

Parking is available at the Ocean Terminal shopping centre/mall where you will find the entrance of the yacht reception area.

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA Leith

Once you go through reception you will see a number of storyboards and artefacts as you move through to collect your audio guide.

Guest restrooms are located in this area and on the yacht.

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA Steering Wheel Leith

Royal Yacht Britannia Audio Guide

The audio guide is narrated by the dreamy BAFTA award winner Mark Bonnar who you may recognise from the outstanding UK TV show, Line of Duty and the Scottish TV series, Shetland.

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Visitors can choose between the sanitised audio device which is held up to the ear or using their own headphones and phone.

At each station, you type in a number to access the corresponding facts and stories about the exhibit.

The audio tour comes in 30 languages and there is a children’s version.

British and American Sign Language tablets are also available.

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA Audio Device Player Tours

There are five decks to explore which take around 1.5 hours to walk through.

To access each deck you use the stairs or elevator in Ocean Terminal then walk over a bridge to get to the deck.

You do this each time you move between the decks, starting at the top and working your way down.

You can enjoy coffee and/or lunch at The Royal Deck Tea Room, which is only open to those who have paid to visit HMY Britannia.

Look how lovely and light the tea room is!

Afternoon teas are available, dahlin’.

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA Restaurant Tours

Five Deck Tour

The tour kicks off among the tempting buttons, teasing dials and shiny plaques of the top deck Bridge.

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA Buttons Boat Tours

This is where much of the control took place which was the responsibility of the Britannia’s Admiral or Commodore.

There is only one seat in this room that overlooks the yacht bow reserved for the man in charge.

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA Deck Boat Tours

Next, the tour takes you outside to the bow which is probably one of the most recognisable areas since this is where the royals would wave from when arriving at their destination.

A wooden lip was added to the bow to keep the wind from lifting up a royal skirt!

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA bow and audio device

One of my favourite spots was the two-inch teak Verandah Deck which acted as a games deck, muse for art, hosted private engagements and doubled up as a swimming pool area for the kids!

The deck was cleaned daily before 8am and all work was conducted in silence so as to not disturb the royals as they slept.

The deck is also where the family photos were taken and acted as the pre-reception area for Zara and Mike Tindall’s wedding.

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA Bell on Deck Tours

The tour then takes you inside the yacht, through the Queen’s favourite room, the Sun Lounge, which has floor to ceiling windows viewing the Verandah Deck.

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA Deck Sun Deck Room Tour

Next up is a nosey into the State Apartments which include the separate bedrooms of Queen Elizabeth (first image) and Prince Phillip (second image) and the honeymoon suite (third image) which has a double bed, at Prince Charles request.

Did you know that you can stay in a castle in Scotland?

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA Queen Room Tour

The tour also has access to The State Drawing Room with its country home feel, piano and games.

This room was used for relaxing and entertaining.

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA Sitting Room Boat Tour

Live music was an important part of HMY Britannia’s life and the Royal Marines Band could switch between a ceilidh and classical song with no hesitation.

They could also play every national anthem of the countries the royal yacht docked at, which is a reminder that this vessel has sailed over one million miles.

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA Entry Tour

The lower you go down the decks, the greater insight you get into the workings of HMY Britannia.

From the pecking order living arrangements, including segregated pubs, to the bedroom dorms, it is evident that life at sea onboard Britannia was not an easy one for workers and sailors.

However, they appeared to create a good balance between work and fun creating games including one with a stuffed wombat, I won’t spoil the surprise!

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA Beds Tour

During the tour, you will learn more than just facts about the royal family but also stories about the seamen, superstition, tradition and logistics.

Along with the original room content, there is lots of artwork and photography that compliment the audio guide.

If you are planning a trip from the States, check out this article on things every North American should know before visiting Scotland .

Essential Information

  • Address: Ocean Dr, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ
  • Self-guided audio tour: 1-2 hour s
  • Kids enjoy the corgi treasure hunt
  • Elevator and ramps throughout
  • On-site restaurant

Cancellations

With GetYourGuide, tours have a 24-hour cancellation guarantee so if you can’t make it, you don’t lose your money.

Royal Yacht BRITANNIA Small Boat Tour

Frequently Asked Questions About HMY Britannia

HMY Britannia was used for royal service from 1954 to 1997.

It was announced on 23 June 1994 that HMY Britannia would not be refitted due to cost.

Yes, over 300,000 people visit the royal yacht each year.

The Royal Yacht Britannia is looked after by the Royal Yacht Britannia Trust.

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Other Things To Do Near The Royal Yacht Britannia

The Royal Yacht Britannia is located in Ocean Terminal which is home to a number of restaurants, a cinema and the cool Leith Collective should which is a great store for local souvenirs.

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A five-minute walk from Ocean Terminal is Leith Shore and the independent bars and restaurants that surround it.

Enjoy fine dining at The Kitchen, seafood at The Ship On The Shore, brunch at The Kings Wharf or Nobles, lunch at The Hideout Cafe, afternoon tea at Mimi’s Bakehouse, cocktails at the Roseleaf or a cold pint at Teuchters Landing.

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Royal Yacht Britannia

Queen Elizabeth once said that the Royal Yacht Britannia was the only place she could truly relax, and we’re inclined to agree. After 968 official voyages worldwide, which counted for over 1 million nautical miles to 135 countries, the Royal Yacht Britannia is now a tourist attraction just two miles from Edinburgh’s city centre. The Royal Yacht Britannia has been visited by several world-famous people, including Nelson Mandela and Winston Churchill, and potentially you too!

The floating palace of the British royal family is a sublime tourist attraction nestled near the Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre in Leith. With plenty of attractions to see within this royal household on the water, we’ll be breaking essential details to know and the top things to do on your visit. Sit tight and enjoy!

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Important Details to Know

Before you board Britannia and explore the royal halls, remember these important details to make your trip successful. Firstly, the Royal Yacht Britannia allows guide dogs on the premises, with special considerations for hearing and recognised assistance dogs.

The Royal Yacht Britannia is also a Class 1 Wheelchair Access, allowing for highly accessible wheelchair service without assistance.

How to Get There

You may be asking yourself, “Where is the Royal Yacht Britannia?”. Luckily, the Royal Yacht Britannia is located 20 minutes away from Edinburgh’s city centre , in the picturesque region of Leith. The Visitor Centre can be found on the second floor of the Ocean Terminal Centre and can be reached using a variety of transport methods.

The Royal Yacht Britannia is only a 20-minute drive from the city centre and a 40-minute drive if you’re arriving from Edinburgh Airport. From the city centre, follow the signs north towards Leith and then the signs for the Royal Yacht Britannia.

There is parking available within the Ocean Terminal Visitor Centre, with Level E the closest place to park. Free car parking and disability-access parking are available.

The Train Station near Royal Yacht Britannia is the Edinburgh Waverly Station. Further passage via car, tram, bike, or bus from the station is necessary to reach the attraction and visitor centre. You can also arrive in style on the Edinburgh Orient Express.

Edinburgh’s Lothian Bus Services can conveniently reach the Royal Yacht Britannia via the 10, 16, 34, and 35 lines. Ticket prices for the service vary, but generally, a single ticket costs £2, and a day ticket costs £5.

Opening Times

Opening times for the Royal Yacht Britannia vary throughout the year, but the attraction is generally open from 10:00 to 17:00, with longer hours during the summer months (April through September). Last admissions are two hours before closing time, so ensure you do not arrive afterwards to avoid disappointment.

Ticket Prices

Royal Yacht Britannia tickets for adults cost £19.50 per person, Child (5-17) tickets cost £9.25 per person, and Family Tickets cost £50.00 (2 Adults, up to 3 Children). Children under 5 enter for free.

It’s recommended that tickets be pre-booked online. Expect your tour through this visitor attraction to take about an hour and a half.

Attractions

Now that all the logistics and tickets are sorted, you can look forward to seeing why the Royal Yacht Britannia was voted the Best UK Attraction by Tripadvisor Travellers Choice in 2023. The Britannia Royal Yacht has 40 years of incredible history and unique insight to offer its visitors, with many of its features maintained precisely the same as when the royal family used it.

Here are the top attractions you should take the time to see when you visit Royal Yacht Britannia

Stop by the Visitor Centre First

Before setting foot on the mighty vessel, stop by the Royal Yacht Britannia Visitor Centre first! It’s located at the Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre, and has all the necessary information you’d need before hopping aboard the Britannia.

If you have any questions about the attraction, queries about your ticket, or want to know where the gift shop is, then this is the place to ask.

Tour Britannia’s Five Decks

The Royal Family were sailing in opulence aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia, and visitors can explore the five decks of the Royal Yacht Britannia interior and exterior to their heart’s content. There are countless things to see, but here are a few that you should not miss during your visit while aboard this racing yacht:

Explore the Sun Lounge

Welcome to Queen Elizabeth’s favourite room aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia, the Sun Lounge. The late Queen would often enjoy her breakfast and afternoon meals within the Sun Lounge because of its relative solitude and stunning views it grants. Admire the polished wood and blue hues as you relive the sights and sounds that made this location the Queen Mother’s favourite.

Fans of the show “The Crown” will likely remember this iconic room from the series, although no actual filming took place within the Sun Lounge.

Engine Room

One of the highlights of the Royal Yacht Britannia is undoubtedly the gleaming Engine Room, which has remained almost unchanged since its construction in 1953. For a nearly 75-year-old relic, you wouldn’t be faulted for believing that it’s brand new! The polished chrome, white enamel, and black steam turbines offer a unique industrial flair that can’t be seen anywhere else in the world.

You can imagine the hustle and bustle of the room, filled with hot steam and engineers making the mighty vessel cut through the seven seas to their next port. The Engine Room is an immersive and well-maintained part of the Britannia that you can’t miss while aboard.

Royal Deck Tearoom

Once you’ve explored the interior of Royal Yacht Britannia and have worked up an appetite, there’s no better place to sate it than the Royal Deck Tearoom. You can enjoy freshly baked cakes and scones alongside a selection of sandwiches and soups, all with a view out to Leith Harbour from the “Rolls Royce of Ships”.

The Royal Deck Tearoom also has a selection of exquisite teas for you to enjoy, including the Champagne Cream Tea! There’s something surreal about sipping tea where the Royal Family once played cards, an experience you can only enjoy from the Royal Deck Tearoom aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia, Edinburgh .

The Royal Deck Tearoom has limited capacity and is unable to take reservations or bookings, so guests should expect a first-come, first-served system. The Tearoom has wheelchair accessibility and is only available for those with an admissions ticket to the Royal Yacht Britannia.

Take an Audio Tour

You can learn about the fascinating history of the Royal Yacht Britannia through the attraction’s audio tour! Children especially will love the audio tour’s child-curated guide, which offers the chance to unleash their inner Captain and search the five decks of the Britannia for the Cuddly Corgis hidden away within.

For the adults, the audio tour will cover the Britannia’s history from its maiden voyage to the decommissioning ceremony that led it to be the attraction it is today. If you want additional insight and fun facts while exploring the ship, then the audio guide will be your best friend.

See the State Apartments

The State Apartments are another grand highlight of the tour within the Royal Yacht Britannia, featuring some of the world’s most iconic dining rooms, bedrooms, and staterooms. The list of important locations within the State Apartments should be shorter, but we’ve tried to cover the top sights to watch out for.

Firstly, the State Drawing Room. This atmospheric room has a lively energy, even when empty, and was host to the likes of Princess Margaret, Princess Diana, and Sir Noel Coward — who all loved playing the immaculate keys of the Welmar Baby Grand Piano that sits within the room.

The grandest room aboard the Britannia is the State Dining Room, whose guest list would make anyone’s jaw drop! The dining room has seen Churchill, Mandela, Clinton, and even Reagan. There are several easter eggs throughout the dining room, such as the giant whalebone that Prince Philip found on Deception Island or a wooden shark signed by the adults of Pitcairn Island.

In all their former glory, the State Apartments are the Royal’s bedrooms, including the Queen’s bedroom. While it may be tempting to jump into the bed and see what thread the Royal Family sleeps on, we ask you refrain from doing so, or the Royal Yachtsmen will be very upset with you.

Shop at the Royal Yacht Britannia Gift Shop

There’s nothing quite like some retail therapy to make you feel like a Royal after exploring the Britannia. Luckily, the gift shop aboard this royal vessel has terrific souvenirs to take home with you. There’s a little something for everyone, from miniature replicas of the Britannia to Royal paraphernalia and even Royal Navy equipment.

Enjoy Britannia’s Events

Throughout the year, the Royal Yacht Britannia comes alive with corporate and public events. You can purchase tickets during many of Scotland’s most famous holidays if you want to celebrate in an unparalleled setting. Live it up aboard Britannia during Hogmanay, Burns Supper, or Christmas — complete with live music, delicious food, and an unmatched atmosphere.

The Royal Yacht Britannia is also available for exclusive use, including private tours and events. This Royal ship is a magnificent setting for a reception or company year-end bash, so why not create a memorable place for your most important moments?

Interesting Facts About The Royal Yacht Britannia

What do you do to impress your friends and family with some interesting facts about the Royal Yacht Britannia during your visit? Remember these interesting facts and show off your Royal knowledge:

  • The marvelous gold and white binnacle situated on the Britannia’s veranda is actually originally part of the HMY Royal George (which was named after King George VI) — Queen Victoria’s royal yacht!
  • Below the silver-grey carpet within the State Dining Room is a lavish wooden dance floor, last used for Princess Anne’s lively 21st birthday celebration.
  • King Charles (then Prince Charles) and Princess Diana spent their honeymoon cruise aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia in 1981.
  • Prince Philip kept a model replica of the HMS Magpie in his office aboard the Britannia, the first royal navy ship he commanded.
  • The beautiful and stately steering wheel at the ship’s helm was originally taken from the racing yacht HMY Britannia, which was built for King Edward VII in 1893. It’s one of the oldest parts of the ship!

Now that you’re well equipped with facts to tackle the Royal Yacht Britannia, why not book your trip to Scotland’s most beloved tourist attraction and enjoy its magnificence in person?

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Things to do near the royal yacht britannia, 1 . edinburgh castle.

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2 . the scotch whisky experience.

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The Scotch Whisky Experience

3 . palace of holyroodhouse.

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4 . calton hill.

Calton Hill

Calton Hill

Restaurants near the royal yacht britannia, 1 . loch fyne seafood & grill.

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Loch Fyne Seafood & Grill

2 . zizzi - leith.

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3 . frankie & benny's.

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4 . handmade burger co..

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George St

2 . Jenners

Jenners

3 . Edinburgh Farmers' Market

Edinburgh Farmers' Market

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4 . ocean terminal.

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Ocean Terminal

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Yotel Edinburgh

2 . intercontinental hotels - edinburgh the george, an ihg hotel.

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InterContinental Hotels - Edinburgh the George, an IHG Hotel

3 . kimpton - charlotte square, an ihg hotel.

Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel

Kimpton - Charlotte Square, an IHG Hotel

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Malmaison Edinburgh City

Malmaison Edinburgh City

Local airport, 1 . edinburgh airport.

Edinburgh Airport

Edinburgh Airport

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The Royal Yacht Britannia, Ocean Drive, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ

Tel: 0131 555 5566 Email us: [email protected]

Britannia will be closed 11-23 March and 25-28 June due to the redevelopment of Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre

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Tripadvisor’s No.1 UK Attraction 2023

Step aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia

Britannia will be closed 11 - 23 March and 25 - 28 June due to the redevelopment of Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre.

Explore each of the five decks of The Royal Yacht Britannia, Best UK Attraction (Tripadvisor) and discover what life was like during Royal service on board Queen Elizabeth II's former floating palace. A great day out for all the family at this top attraction in Edinburgh.

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(Last Admission 5pm)

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Family in the Royal Deck Tea Room

Homemade soups, sandwiches and cakes, along with speciality teas and coffees.

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Stay at our luxury floating hotel, Fingal, AA Hotel of the Year Scotland.

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Find souvenirs and gifts from Britannia's online Gift Shop.

Visiting Britannia

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Due to upcoming construction work at Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre , Britannia will be closed 11 - 23 March and 25-28 June.

Click on the Visit page  for all you need to know before you visit.

Step aboard to enjoy a great day out!

Fingal Hotel

Get away from the everyday aboard Britannia’s sister ship, Fingal.  Extend your visit with a stay in one of Fingal’s luxurious cabins, your own oasis by the sea. 

AA Hotel of the Year Scotland, AA five-star hotel and 2 AA Rosettes

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Learn more: fingal.co.uk

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    Mintleaf Restaurant. #73 of 2,121 Restaurants in Edinburgh. 1,191 reviews. 28 Bernard Street. 0.9 km from Royal Yacht Britannia. " Superb all round 10 / 10 "26/02/2024. " Evening at the mint leaf "25/02/2024. Cuisines: Indian, Asian, Thai, Balti. The Ship on the Shore.

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