Nightlife & the Arts in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Nightlife Overview

Name	Category	Location

Abbotsford A handsome Victorian-era island bar serves an ever-changing selection...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

The Basement The Basement is a longtime pre-club favorite with the younger...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Black Bo's One of the coziest places in town, Black Bo's has a decent selection...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Blue Blazer This cozy, dark-wood bar has a top-notch selection of real ale...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Blue Moon Café Edinburgh's longest running gay café, the Blue Moon Café...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians


Bongo Club The bohemian Bongo Club stages indie, rockabilly, and techno...	Dance Clubs	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Brunton Theatre On the eastern outskirts of Edinburgh, the Brunton Theatre presents...	Theater	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Cabaret Voltaire This subterranean club hosts everything from cheesy raves to...	Dance Clubs	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Café Royal Circle Bar Famed for its atmospheric Victorian interiors—think ornate...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Cameo The Cameo has one large and two small auditoriums, both of which...	Film	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Cameo Bar The bright and airy Cameo Bar is a haven for the young and hip...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Canons' Gait The Canons' Gait has a fine selection of local real ales and...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Cask and Barrel A spacious, busy pub, Cask and Barrel lets you sample hand-pulled...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

CC Blooms Modern, colorful, and open nightly, CC Blooms plays a mix of...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Church Hill Theatre The Church Hill Theatre hosts high-quality productions by local...	Theater	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Cloisters The Cloisters prides itself on the absence of music, gaming machines...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Cumberland Bar Fine ales on tap, wood trim, typical pub mirrors, and a beer...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Edinburgh Festival Fringe The Edinburgh Festival Fringe presents many theatrical and musical...	Festivals	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Edinburgh International Book Festival The Edinburgh International Book Festival, a two-week-long event...	Festivals	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Edinburgh International Festival The Edinburgh International Festival, the flagship arts event...	Festivals	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Edinburgh International Film Festival The Edinburgh International Film Festival has grown into one...	Festivals	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Edinburgh International Science Festival The Edinburgh International Science Festival, held around Easter...	Festivals	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival, held in late July, attracts...	Festivals	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Edinburgh Military Tattoo The Edinburgh Military Tattoo may not be art, but it is certainly...	Festivals	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Festival Theatre Scottish Ballet productions and other dance acts appear at the...	Dance	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Festival Theatre This popular venue presents opera and ballet, as well as the...	Theater	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Festival Theatre The Festival Theatre hosts performances by the Scottish Ballet...	Music	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Filmhouse Apart from cinema chains, Edinburgh has the excellent three-screen...	Film	Edinburgh and the Lothians

GHQ More refined than the other gay spots, GHQ hosts a number of...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Guildford Arms This place is worth a visit just for its interior. Ornate plasterwork...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Joseph Pearce's One of four Swedish-owned pubs in Edinburgh, Joseph Pearce's...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Kay's Bar Housed in a former Georgian coach house is this friendly spot...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

King's The King's has a program of contemporary and traditional dramatic...	Theater	Edinburgh and the Lothians

The King's Wark A 15th-century building houses The King's Wark, a popular pub...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

The Last Drop There's plenty of atmosphere amid the nooks and crannies at The...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Leslie's Bar An unspoiled Victorian establishment near the hotels and guesthouses...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Liquid Room Top indie bands and an eclectic mix of club nights (techno, hip-hop...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Malt and Hops More than 260 years old, Malt and Hops overlooks the waterfront...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Milne's Bar This spot is known as the poets' pub because of its popularity...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Opal Lounge The Opal Lounge is a casual but stylish nightspot with a glam...	Dance Clubs	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Playhouse The Playhouse leans toward popular artists, comedy acts, and...	Music	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Playhouse Popular concerts and musicals, along with the occassional ballet...	Theater	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Queen's Hall The intimate Queen's Hall hosts small recitals....	Music	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Regent The Regent has a homey vibe—dogs are welcome—and...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Robbie's This classic pub with friendly regulars is a great place for...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Royal Lyceum The Royal Lyceum presents traditional plays and contemporary...	Theater	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Royal Lyceum Visiting contemporary dance companies perform in the Royal Lyceum...	Dance	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Royal Oak The friendly "folk at the Oak" make the Royal Oak so special...	Music Clubs	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Stand The Edinburgh Fringe Festival has become one of the world's most...	Comedy Clubs	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Star Bar Tucked away but well worth seeking out, Star Bar has a beer garden...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Teuchters With more than 80 whiskies for sale and comfy sofas, Teuchters...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Thistle King James Hotel For those who feel a trip to Scotland is not complete without...	Music	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Tonic A stylish basement bar with bouncy stools and comfy sofas, Tonic...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Traverse Theatre With its specially designed space, the Traverse Theatre has developed...	Theater	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Under the Stairs As you might guess from the name, Under The Stairs is situated...	Bars	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Usher Hall Edinburgh's grandest venue, Usher Hall hosts national and international...	Music	Edinburgh and the Lothians

Whistle Binkies Pub Whistle Binkies Pub is a friendly basement bar with great rock...	Music Clubs	Edinburgh and the Lothians
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