Kirkcaldy, Coastal town in Fife, Scotland
Kirkcaldy is a coastal town in Fife, Scotland, stretching along a main street that runs roughly 4 miles (6.4 km) parallel to the shore of the Firth of Forth. The waterfront promenade passes through several parks and public green spaces, while the town center sits in the middle section of the street.
King Robert I granted the settlement royal burgh status in 1327, securing its trading rights. During the 16th century, the settlement grew into an important port exporting salt, coal, and textiles.
Kirkcaldy was the birthplace of economist Adam Smith, whose name appears on several public buildings around town. Local events and festivals often take place along the esplanade, where residents walk and enjoy views across the Firth of Forth on pleasant days.
The main street connects several neighborhoods, allowing visitors to walk or use buses between shops, galleries, and the waterfront promenade. Regular train services run to Edinburgh in around 40 minutes, offering convenient access from other parts of Scotland.
The Links Market takes place every Easter on the esplanade, extending more than 1 mile (1.6 km) along the coast. This fair brings over 200 rides and attractions to town, requiring several days for visitors to explore everything.
Location: Fife
GPS coordinates: 56.11073,-3.16737
Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:04
Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery
181 m
Kirkcaldy Town House
325 m
Hunter Street drill hall, Kirkcaldy
557 m
Abbotshall
192 m
Kirkcaldy Peoples Club And Institute, 42 High Street, Kirkcaldy
583 m
Adam Smith Theatre
253 m
Kirkcaldy Galleries
205 m
228-232 High Street, Kirkcaldy
656 m
Kirkcaldy War Memorial
170 m
Kirkcaldy, 263 High Street, Beveridge Buildings
706 m
137 High Street, Kirkcaldy
506 m
Swan Memorial Building, 221 High Street, Kirkcaldy
611 m
36, 38, 40 High Street, Kirkcaldy
578 m
15 Tolbooth Street, Kirkcaldy
629 m
Kirkcaldy, 87 High Street, Whytehouse Mansions
487 m
Kirkcaldy, 224-226 High Street
655 m
Kirkcaldy, 89-95 High Street, Burton's
477 m
141 High Street, Kirkcaldy
503 m
Kirkcaldy, 151-153 High Street
503 m
Kirkcaldy, 114 High St, Bank Of Scotland
536 m
Assembly Rooms, 125-127 High Street, Kirkcaldy
487 m
131 High Street, Kirkcaldy
500 m
34 High Street, Kirkcaldy
582 m
Kirkcaldy, Bennochy Road, War Memorial Gardens, Sundial
181 m
174-176 High Street, Kirkcaldy
583 m
Kirkcaldy, Bennochy Road, Pavilion
251 m
Kirkcaldy, 17 Tolbooth Street
636 m
Museum Lodge, Bennochy Road, Kirkcaldy
215 mVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
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