Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Edinburgh

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Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Edinburgh

The Scotch Whisky Experience
The Scotch Whisky Experience
4.6 (5873 ratings)4.5 (5663 ratings)
Attraction telling the tale of Scotland's national drink with high-tech exhibits and a barrel ride.
The Royal Mile, 354 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NE, United Kingdom
Food & DrinkBarDistilleries
Mentioned by Edinburgh 2 days itinerary
2 Days In Edinburgh: The Perfect Edinburgh Itinerary
"You can do this of course just by popping into pretty much any pub in the city, but if you want to learn about the process of making whisky, as well as the various regions of Scotland and the flavours available, then the Scotch Whisky Experience is where you need to head. Here you’ll journey through the Whisky creation process, as well as learn about why Whisky from different parts of Scotland tastes different. Finally, you’ll be given the opportunity to taste one of four whisky flavours, before taking a look at the largest Scotch Whisky collection in the world. You can book your tickets in advance here."
Mentioned by edinburgh.org
Top Attractions in Edinburgh - Forever Edinburgh
"Take a barrel ride as you actually become part of the whisky making process. From the gently swaying fields of barley all the way through the distillery equipment to the steaming and bubbling Pot Still. Experience for yourself the varying aromas of our regional whiskies and whether you like fruity, sweet or smoky flavours our experts will help you select your perfect dram."
Harmonium
Harmonium
4.7 (690 ratings)
Chic, leafy spot for vegan dishes such as stone baked pizzas plus organic wine, cocktails & beer.
7-11 E London St, Edinburgh, EH7 4BN, United Kingdom
BarVegan restaurant
Mentioned by edinburghlive
Nine of the very best vegan places to eat in Edinburgh
"Casual but stylish vegan restaurant Harmonium opened its doors in Leith in 2017, and has gone from strength to strength ever since. The airy ex-pub is friendly and has a great menu that changes regularly, but at various times of year you can expect to see their take on a surf n'turf: a large seitan steak served with creamy potato puree, garlic butter, seared vegan scallops, steamed kale and green beans with smoked paprika. Other popular menu items include their battered "to-fish" supper, and their spicy jackfruit curry."
Mentioned by Suitcase Magazine
The Seven Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Edinburgh
"Offering a vast menu of vegan dishes, Harmonium is a haven for plant-based eaters. Come for brunch, when simple decision-making abilities will be thrown out the window as you're faced with choosing between dairy-free grilled cheese and "bacon" sourdough sandwiches and Belgian waffles topped with whipped cream, fresh berries, maple syrup and powdered sugar. Wash it all down with coffee from local Edinburgh-based roasters Williams and Johnson Coffee Co.."
Mentioned by Vegan Edinburgh
Edinburgh's top vegan and vegetarian restaurants (with COVID-19 updates
"Harmonium is one of the most famous vegan establishments in Edinburgh. From the same people who brought you the likes of Stereo, Mono and The Flying Duck in Glasgow, this bar and restaurant is completely vegan, from the food menu to the wine list. Comfort food is top of the agenda here at Harmonium, so expect to find tempting classics like pizzas, burgers and macaroni cheese alongside new inventive dishes like mushroom “scallops” and vegan Bhan Mi."
Union Brew Lab
Union Brew Lab
4.5 (1168 ratings)
Trendy, innovative coffee-house offering single origin brews and artisanal produce.
6-8 S College St, Edinburgh, EH8 9AA, United Kingdom
Coffee shopBarRestaurant
Mentioned by Time Out Edinburgh
The best coffee shops and cafés in Edinburgh
"Keen to get their vision just right, co-owners Dave Law and Tom Hyde took the time to explore the potential of the kind of café they might create – as well as how best to brew. Two filter coffees are brewed every day, as well as popular espresso blends that are roasted on a beloved Slayer Espresso Machine."
Whiski Rooms
Whiski Rooms
4.5 (1353 ratings)
Classic and modern Scottish cuisine served in refined bare-stone room with over 300 malts to sample.
4-7 N Bank St, Edinburgh, EH1 2LP, United Kingdom
Scottish restaurantBarBistroCocktail barLiquor storeRestaurantWine bar
Mentioned by Trip101
7 Best Places To Eat In Edinburgh For Every Mood And Craving - Updated 2021
"A post shared by Whiski Rooms (@whiskirooms) on May 17, 2017 at 6:01am PDT. Now that you’re in Scotland and have probably tried a proper Scottish Breakfast as well as taken some great photos of the castle, you might feel like a night out on the town. Whiski Rooms has great haggis as well, but you’ll probably be a bigger fan of the beautiful views and Whisky Bar."
Roseleaf bar cafe
Roseleaf bar cafe
4.7 (1094 ratings)
Playful, quirky decor in an informal cafe bistro with health-conscious menus and teapot cocktails.
23-24 Sandport Pl, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6EW, United Kingdom
PubBarBreakfast restaurantCafeRestaurantScottish restaurant
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Brunch and Breakfast Spots in Edinburgh
"The Roseleaf serves top-notch grub|Courtesy of Roseleaf / © AdamJBellPhotography. There’s a real buzz in Leith just now, with the diversity of its restaurants, from gastropub to Michelin-star restaurants, unrivalled elsewhere in Edinburgh. One of its most beloved pubs serving top-notch grub is the Roseleaf."
Dirty Dick's
Dirty Dick's
4.4 (1697 ratings)
Quirky, rustic pub, crammed with bric-a-brac and memorabilia, with an outdoor terrace.
159 Rose St, Edinburgh, EH2 4LS, United Kingdom
PubBarGastropub
Mentioned by An Orcadian Abroad
15 Quirky & Unique Places To Eat & Drink In Edinburgh
"This is the other venue I haven’t yet been to on this list apart from popping my head in – Dirty Dick’s sits along Rose Street amongst plain bars and pubs, looking much like a plain pub itself. And indeed it probably is as close as you’ll get to a plain pub on this list. Except it’s got stuff everywhere."
Montpeliers
Montpeliers
4.3 (1094 ratings)
Bustling, richly-decorated corner brasserie/bar with a range of craft beers plus Sunday brunch.
159-161 Bruntsfield Pl, Edinburgh, EH10 4DG, United Kingdom
RestaurantBarBreakfast restaurantWine bar
The Chaumer
The Chaumer
4.8 (65 ratings)
61 Queen St, Edinburgh, EH2 4NA, United Kingdom
CafeBarBed & breakfastTea houseWine bar
Mentioned by The Telegraph
Hotels
Malmaison Edinburgh
Malmaison Edinburgh
4.3 (865 ratings)
Contemporary rooms and suites in a swanky waterfront hotel with a cocktail bar and brasserie dining.
1 Tower Pl, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 7BZ, United Kingdom
HotelBarBistroRestaurantWedding venue
The Voodoo Rooms
The Voodoo Rooms
4.4 (1498 ratings)
Lush bar for cocktails, an eclectic menu and live music cabaret rooms, with exotic, antique decor.
19a W Register St, Edinburgh, EH2 2AA, United Kingdom
GastropubBarFunction room facilityLive music venue

Popular Gardens in Edinburgh

Archivist's Garden
Archivist's Garden
4.8 (6 ratings)
Asymmetrical-design gardens between 2 archive buildings celebrating Scottish heritage & heraldry.
H M Register House, 2 Princes St, Edinburgh EH1 3YY, United Kingdom
Garden
Mentioned by Citybase Apartments
29 Free Things to do in Edinburgh
"If you love gardening, you will love the Archivists’ Garden located in between the General Register House and the New Register House. Home to 57 different plant species, the Garden is not only beautiful, but all the plants are connected to Scotland’s history, be it through folklore, heraldry or association with famous Scots. Child friendly: yes Address: HM Register House, 2 Princess Street, Edinburgh EH1 3YY Opening hours: Mon to Fri: 9am – 5pm More information on this green space"
The Meadows
The Meadows
4.7 (5679 ratings)4 (201 ratings)
Public park includes children's playground, sports pitches, cricket square, with annual summer fair.
Melville Dr, Edinburgh, EH9 1ND, United Kingdom
ParkNature & ParksEvent venueGardens
Culross
Culross
5 (1 ratings)
Culross is a village and former royal burgh, and parish, in Fife, Scotland. According to the 2006 estimate, the village has a population of 395. Originally, Culross served as a port city on the Firth of Forth and is believed to have been founded by Saint Serf during the 6th century.
Dunfermline, UK
Sights & LandmarksGardensPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in Edinburgh and the Lothians
"With its mercat cross, cobbled streets, tolbooth, and narrow wynds (alleys), seaside Culross is a picturesque little town. It's also…"

Best History Museum in Edinburgh

Surgeons' Hall Museums
Surgeons' Hall Museums
4.7 (1377 ratings)4.5 (1348 ratings)
A classical 1832 building houses 18th century anatomy specimens and visiting medical exhibitions.
Surgeons Hall Museums, Nicolson St, Edinburgh EH8 9DW, United Kingdom
MuseumHistory MuseumsScience MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Museums in Edinburgh
"Royal College of Surgeons on Nicholson Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.|© Duncan Hale-Sutton / Alamy Stock Photo. One for visitors with strong stomachs, the collections of the Surgeons’ Hall were started way back in 1699 and include all sorts of tortuous looking surgical and dental implements – the most perused exhibits are those relating to infamous Edinburgh grave robbers Burke and Hare. But it’s not all sensationalism – the museum also explores the city’s crucial role in the evolution of surgery and medicine."
Mentioned by st-christophers.co.uk
11 Best Museums in Edinburgh 2021 | St Christopher’s Inns
"Getting to Surgeons Hall Museum : Located on Nicolson Street, the museum is a 9 minute walk from St Christopher’s Inns Edinburgh. The Surgeon’s Hall Museums are three museums rolled into one: the History of Surgery Museum, the Wohl Pathology Museum and the Dental Collection. The oldest artefacts inside these museums date back to 1699, however the building didn't open to the public until 1832 making this one of the oldest museums in Scotland."
Mentioned by edinburgh.org
Museums in Edinburgh | Forever Edinburgh
"Nicolson Street, Edinburgh EH8 9DWOpen 10am to 5pm dailyAdult: £8, Students, NHS staff and children under 16: £4.50, unders 5's go free. If you are fascinated by the wonders of the human body, this museum is a must-visit. Owned by The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, Surgeons' Hall Museums consist of the Wohl Pathology Museum, the History of Surgery Museum and The Dental Collection."
Physicians' Gallery
Physicians' Gallery
5 (1 ratings)
11 Queen St, Edinburgh, EH2 1JQ, United Kingdom
MuseumArt galleryExhibitExhibition and trade centreHistory museumMedical CenterScience museum
Mentioned by Things To Do
The 10 Best History Museums in Edinburgh, Scotland
"The Physicians' Gallery is a free public exhibition space which is part of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh. Our exhibitions are based on the wealth of historical medical material which the College has collected over the last 300 years. ‘Moonstruck: 500 years of mental health’ is our new free exhibition– opening on 14 June 2019 and running until Spring 2020"
ScotlandsPeople Centre
ScotlandsPeople Centre
4.5 (38 ratings)4.5 (32 ratings)
National Records of Scotland, HM General Register House, 2 Princes St, Edinburgh EH1 3YY, United Kingdom
Association or organizationMuseumsLibrariesHistory Museums

Best Nightlife in Edinburgh

Greyfriars Bobby's Bar
Greyfriars Bobby's Bar
4.3 (2762 ratings)
With the statue of loyal hound Bobby outside, the historic local serves cask ales and pub fare.
30-34 Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh, EH1 2QE, United Kingdom
PubBarBritish restaurantGastropubRestaurant
Mentioned by thestagsballs.com
The Stag's Balls
"If you don’t know the story of the best wee dug in Scotland, then ask while you’re getting your round in this traditional Celtic pub. It’s one of the most historic and best Edinburgh pubs and an excellent stop on any stag night. Greyfriars specialises in cask ales, gins, and whiskies, but also offers hearty pub food."
Mentioned by Edinburgh 4 days itinerary
4 Day Edinburgh Itinerary For First-Time Visitors
"Snap a photo of Greyfriars Bobby. This dog became known in the 19th century for spending 14 years guarding the grave of his owner until he passed away himself in 1872."
George IV Bar
George IV Bar
4.3 (1328 ratings)
Whiskeys, craft ales & pub grub in a lively Scottish tavern with vintage decor & weekend music acts.
54 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1EJ, United Kingdom
Pub
Under The Stairs
Under The Stairs
4.4 (486 ratings)
Quirky retro decor, local art and exposed stone create relaxed vibe for cocktails and bistro dining.
3A Merchant St, Edinburgh, EH1 2QD, United Kingdom
RestaurantBarFood and drink
Mentioned by squaremeal.co.uk
300 Local Restaurants near Edinburgh
" One of an eclectic group of excellent bars and casual venues off Candlemaker Row, Under The Stairs is slightly self-conscious, but undeniably cool. ...". Whether you are looking for fine dining in Edinburgh or the latest pop-up restaurants and the coolest bars, you will find something to suit your style in our comprehensive directory of Edinburgh restaurants. Scotland's Capital and the country's second biggest city is home to some of the most fantastic restaurants - if you are looking for cheap eats and fantastic food on a budget then the Old Town's array on small independant eateries will suit you."
Mentioned by the Guardian
10 of the best budget eats in Edinburgh
"Tucked away off Edinburgh's Grassmarket is Under the Stairs, an atmospheric basement bar. There are no chips on the menu, but the sweet potato wedges are so good they aren't missed. The food is well-planned and includes superb burgers and generously proportioned homemade fishcakes."
Mentioned by DesignMyNight
Quirky Restaurants in Edinburgh
"Tucked literally underneath the George IV Bridge, these guys might just have everything you want. Craft beer and malt whisky?"

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Edinburgh

Southside Guest House
Southside Guest House
guest house/pension
$78 /night
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Traditional apartment oer the Meadows - Sleeps 11
3.0 (4 reviews)
Traditional apartment oer the Meadows - Sleeps 11
apartment
$248.25 /night
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Castle Suite 1 Old Town
4.4 (53 reviews)
Castle Suite 1 Old Town
castle
$104 /night
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