NIGHTLIFE VENUES IN Edinburgh

Location: 11 Hastie's Cl, Edinburgh EH1 1HJ

This longstanding nightclub was restored after a fire & hosts a range of varied DJ nights & events.

Location: 125b George St, Edinburgh EH2 4JN

Coco is Edinburgh's go-to late-night bar that's open all the way 'til 3am, no entry fees, no dress code stress, no fuss. Just great drinks, good music, and even better vibes. So whether you're here for one or staying way past your bedtime, Coco's the place where great nights just happen.

Location: 16 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2PF

Edinburgh's premier clubbing experience since 2006, offering a touch of the Oriental in the heart of the city with multiple rooms (R&B, Club, VIP) and quality DJs.

Location: 40-42 Grindlay Street, Edinburgh EH3 9AP

A late-night bar and club located on Grindlay Street (in the former home of the Citrus Club), offering a mix of drinks, music, and a party atmosphere.

Location: Address not listed

A large pub and live music venue on the Cowgate, known for its huge, tiered seating area and late-night rock and party covers bands, with a lively, packed dancefloor.

Location: 29 - 35 Niddry Street, Edinburgh EH1 1LG

A unique, alternative entertainment venue and pub, half of which was once part of the infamous underground vaults, featuring DJ nights, a cinema, and a famously haunted atmosphere.

Location: 32 Grindlay St, Edinburgh EH3 9AP

Popular student nightclub known for its lively atmosphere, themed nights, and affordable drink deals.

Location: 23-24 Greenside Ln, Edinburgh EH1 3AA

A long-established, welcoming, and popular LGBTQ+ venue in the city centre with a basement late-night club, bars, dancefloor and regular cabaret nights.

Location: 139 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JS

Large popular pub with extensive outdoor courtyard that transforms into a busy club venue with DJs and big screen sports.

Location: 71 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JW

Classic and alternative rock club on Cowgate with regular drinks specials, themed events, and karaoke nights.

Location: 16A Morrison Street, Edinburgh EH3 8BJ

One of Edinburgh's longest running independent venues. A central, intimate basement bar with a grass roots feeling hosting a varied calendar of live music and club nights.

Location: 69 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JW

Slap bang in the heart of the Cowgate, this venue is the official party stop with no-filler music every night and famously low drink prices.

Location: 73 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1EH

A small but legendary 100-capacity venue tucked away in the Cowgate, known for its hip club nights and live music, holding accolades as a top Grassroots Music Venue.

Location: 66 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JX

Venue owned by a local arts charity, with film, theatre, comedy, dance/fitness and drama workshops.

Location: 36-38 Blair St, Edinburgh EH1 1QR

Attractive gig space and speakeasy bar hewn out of a series of brick arches underneath the city, that transforms into a club at weekends, famed for its underground vibes.

Location: 37 Guthrie St, Edinburgh EH1 1JG

A popular three-floor club offering diverse music, known for its student-friendly nights and underground electronic scene with a 5am license.

Location: 23-27 Lothian Rd, Edinburgh EH1 2DG

A colourful retro paradise dedicated to 80s nostalgia, playing all your favourite hits from Madonna and Duran Duran. (Often listed alongside its 90s counterpart, Venga).

Location: 125b George Street, Edinburgh EH2 4JN

A sophisticated nightclub set below the fashionable Tigerlily bar on George Street, designed to attract a more sophisticated crowd with a comfortable, exclusive feel.

Location: 24 Frederick St, Edinburgh EH2 2JR

A late-night favourite known for its high-energy atmosphere, chart hits, and student-friendly crowd. Expect affordable drinks, upbeat DJs, and a packed dancefloor every weekend. Perfect spot for groups looking for a fun, no-frills night out in the heart of Edinburgh.

Location: 14 George St, Edinburgh EH2 2PF

Why Not Nightclub is Edinburgh's premier late night venue where every event is an unforgettable experience.

Location: 1A Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1HR

Edinburgh's famous, long-established basement bar hosting live music 7 nights a week, often running until 3am with late-night funk, soul, and jazz-influenced club nights.

Location: 2 Greenside Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3AA

Long-standing student-friendly nightclub offering cheap drinks and popular student nights throughout the week.