| ætla Fine Jewellery | | 46 St Stephen Street
EH3 5AL | | 336 | Edinburgh's home for conscious luxury in the heart of Stockbridge. Curated fine jewellery and unique engagement rings from Scotland and around the world. In 2024 we are hosting an exhibition of one of a kind work by Scottish jewellers | 1 | 25 |
| Argyle Cellar Bar | | 15-17 Argyle Place
EH9 1JJ | | 293a | Hidden gem of a cellar bar with a speakeasy-style feel and great acoustics for any show or gig. A great versatile space in a central location close to all the hustle and bustle. | 5 | 28 |
| Arthur Conan Doyle Centre | | 25 Palmerston Pl
EH12 5AP | | 290 | The Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre is situated on Palmerston Place, just a stone's throw from Haymarket Station. Set in a beautiful Victorian townhouse, the Centre boasts rich historical features and was created to provide for the physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing of society and community needs in Edinburgh. | 3 | 15 |
| artSpace@StMarks | 0131 226 0000 | 7 Castle Terrace
EH1 2DP | | 125 | Great central setting and performer-friendly atmosphere. | 9 | 13 |
| Assembly George Square | 0131 623 3030 | George Square
EH8 9LH | | 8 | Assembly Gordon Aikman Theatre, The Box and The Crate are perfectly located next to Assembly George Square Gardens and Studios for pre or post-show refreshments. The Theatre is a purpose-built venue seating up to 500 and The Box and The Crate are intimate 74-seat studios, all hosting an array of world-class shows. The Cubicle, a purpose-built immersive venue, is located behind the Gordon Aikman Theatre. | 3 | 61 |
| Assembly George Square Gardens | 0131 623 3030 | George Square
EH8 9LH | | 3 | Assembly George Square Gardens becomes the beating heart of the Fringe each August, with a real festival atmosphere. Come enjoy spectacular circus, hilarious comedy, stunning cabaret, raucous music or an enchanting children's show in one of our beautiful Spiegeltents. The Gardens are the perfect spot for coffee in the mornings, afternoon cocktails or refuelling on delicious gourmet street food and enjoying drinks in the evenings. | 4 | 90 |
| Assembly George Square Studios | 0131 623 3030 | George Square
EH8 9LH | | 17 | Located directly opposite the Assembly George Square Gardens entrance, the five Studio spaces, as well as Underground, our venue come nightclub, have some of the best audience facilities on the Fringe, with comfortable modern seating. The indoor Studios Bar is the perfect place to spend time between shows, with food, drinks and pool tables. | 4 | 93 |
| Assembly Hall | 0131 623 3030 | Mound Place
EH1 2LU | | 35 | The magnificent venue atop the Mound is one of the most prestigious venues on the Fringe and hosts the finest circus, music, comedy, dance and family shows. Bar and box office facilities on site. | 2 | 45 |
| Assembly Rooms | 0131 623 3030 | 54 George Street
EH2 2LR | | 20 | This classic building in the heart of the New Town is now the centre of a fantastic festival hub, hosting some of the finest theatre, comedy and music from around the world. The Assembly Rooms hosts three spaces indoors: the Music Hall, Ballroom and Drawing Room, with a Spiegeltent (The Bijou) and a studio space (Front Room) outside on George Street. | 3 | 65 |
| Assembly Roxy | 0131 623 3030 | 2 Roxburgh Place
EH8 9SU | | 139 | Assembly Roxy is our year-round home and is a beautifully converted former church in Edinburgh's Old Town, housing four theatre spaces. Out front on Roxburgh Place, the Roxy garden houses the Roxy Outside venue and provides a spacious seating area with a bar and box office to soak up the Festival atmosphere | 2 | 47 |
| Beaverhall Art Studios | | 6 Beaverhall Road
EH7 4JE | | 425 | Beaverhall Art Studios is a light open space on the first floor of a copper-roofed building on Beaverhall Road. It houses four artists and makers. | 1 | 2 |
| Broughton St Mary’s Parish Church | | 12 Bellevue Crescent
EH3 6NE | | 329 | Broughton St Mary’s is located in the buzzing New Town area and is easy access from the city centre. We have a number of different rooms available to let including our 300 seater Sanctuary. | 1 | 1 |
| C ARTS | C venues | C aurora | 0131 581 5555 | Lauriston Halls, 28 Lauriston Street
EH3 9DJ | | 6 | A powerhouse of pure performance. From bardic breakfasts to music, dance, circus: we showcase the uplifting, unsettling, side-splitting, thought-provoking at our festival hub with courtyard café-bar. Part of the vibrant, vivacious variety of C ARTS: a curated programme of international, independent work taking place at multiple city-centre locations, and online, in our 34th year at the Fringe. It’s a festival all of its own. Make sure you see it all. | 1 | 25 |
| Canongate Kirk | | 153 Canongate
EH8 8BN | | 60 | Fringe venue number 60. | 3 | 4 |
| Cyan Clayworks CIC | | 5 Commercial St
EH6 6JA | | 240 | An artist-run, open-access ceramic studio. Ceramics made and sold on the premises. Regular courses and tuition offered. | 1 | 5 |
| Dovecot Studios | 0131 550 3660 | 10 Infirmary St
EH1 1LT | | 198a | Dovecot is a world-renowned tapestry studio in the heart of Edinburgh and a landmark centre for contemporary art, craft and design. Occupying a former Victorian bath house, Dovecot offers an exciting exhibition and events programme, a shop presenting the best in contemporary Scottish design, and the Dovecot Café offering the best in seasonal food and drink. | 1 | 22 |
| Dundas Street Gallery | | 6 Dundas Street
EH3 6HZ | | 256 | Open-plan art gallery with dedicated access. Fringe venue 256. | 1 | 10 |
| Easter Road Stadium | | 12 Albion Place
EH7 5QG | | 518 | Easter Road Stadium is home to the greenest club in Scotland, Hibernian FC.
An iconic venue with 9 different event spaces each with varying capacities ranging up to 350.
Our event spaces have great views of the pitch making this a unique venue to host your show. | 1 | 7 |
| Edinburgh City Chambers (Meeting Point) | | 253 High St
EH1 1YJ | | 199 | The meeting point for walking tours. | 1 | 44 |
| Edinburgh New Town Church | 0131 225 3847 | 13 George St
EH2 2PA | | 111 | A beautiful, easily accessible 18th century New Town church, which hosts a variety of musical performances – from soloists to choirs, instrumentalists to small orchestras and bands in all musical genres: classical, folk, jazz, songs from the shows, opera, world music. Enjoy light lunches and snacks in the Undercroft cafe, or sit and admire the delightful Georgian interior. | 9 | 10 |
| Frankenstein Pub | | 26 George IV Bridge
EH1 1EN | | 304 | Frankenstein is a unique, themed venue in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Spans three floors, each with its own bar and offering a great menu cooked fresh to order. In the evening the venue transforms into a great party space with live DJs and a late licence. | 4 | 89 |
| Ghillie Dhu | 0131 222 9930 | 2 Rutland Place
EH1 2AD | | 410 | Originally St Thomas Episcopal Church, Ghillie Dhu has been beautifully restored to showcase its traditional features and is a stunning example of the capital's intricate architecture.
Our stunning Auditorium features ornate cornicing, high ceilings and authentic parquet floor, the perfect place for any grand event or occasion.A beautifully restored Grade B listed building, showcasing many of the unique features of what was originally the St Thomas’s Episcopal Church. | 1 | 4 |
| Gilded Balloon at Appleton Tower | 0131 622 6555 | 11 Crichton Street
EH8 9LE | | 140 | A brand-new venue hub for Fringe 2025: Gilded Balloon at Appleton Tower. Located just around the corner from Teviot beside George Square, our new space will feature 7 versatile performance venues ranging from 40 to 300 seats, plus a lively bar and event space. | 2 | 34 |
| Gilded Balloon at the Museum | 0131 622 6552 | Lothian Street
EH1 1HB | | 64 | Gilded Balloon at the Museum opened in 2016. Containing the 210-seat, fully wheelchair accessible auditorium (entrance from Lothian Street), Gilded Balloon showcases the very best in comedy, theatre, music and children's shows. | 2 | 41 |
| Gilded Balloon Patter House | 0131 622 6552 | 3 Chambers St
EH1 1HT | | 24 | With ten outstanding performance theatres and a stunning large bar and event space, Patter House continues to be a must-visit venue for festival goers. This fabulously pink venue hub hosts an eclectic programme of live shows across all genres including a late-night programme in the Patter Bar, with events running early until late. | 24 | 589 |
| Grand Lodge | | 96 George Street
EH2 3DH | | 7a | A magnificent fronted building on busy George Street with great traditions of being involved with the Fringe. A premier space with three venue spaces and run alongside our sister venue at Hill Street (Venue 41). A place to see theatre, music, musicals and just great shows. | 1 | 16 |
| Greenside @ George Street | | The Royal Society of Edinburgh, 22-26 George Street
EH2 2PQ | | 236 | With six spaces, Greenside @ George Street will become one of the largest multi-space hubs at the Fringe. We’re confident that one of our spaces will be just right for you. Add to that a beautiful indoor bar, lobby seating and that infamous Greenside charm. we couldn’t be more excited to share with our new Fringe home. | 11 | 129 |
| Greenside @ Riddles Court | | 322 Lawnmarket
EH1 2PG | | 16 | Set just up from the Royal Mile and over the years some familiar faces such as Dame Maggie Smith and Stephen Fry have graced the stages in this venue make it a wee bit special. With four spaces, a bar and beautiful courtyard seating, Greenside @ Riddles Court is the perfect addition to our Green family. | 19 | 192 |
| Greyfriars Hall at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh | | 2 Cowgate
EH1 1JR | | 508 | Greyfriars Hall located on the Cowgate of Edinburgh is part of the new Virgin Hotel Edinburgh which opened in 2022. Greyfriars Hall provides an ideal location for your event, steeped in history the church dates to the mid to late 19th century (c.1861). We’ve since blended it’s Gothic Revival features with our modern contemporary design, creating the perfect setting in the historic Old Town of Edinburgh. | 1 | 2 |
| Hill Street Theatre | | 19 Hill St
EH2 3JP | | 41 | Venue 41. | 3 | 45 |
| Hoots @ The Apex | | 31-35 Grassmarket
EH1 2HS | | 108 | This five-star hotel with views of the castle is a long-running venue with a rich history in the Fringe. The Apex Conference Center on The Grassmarket has six amazing performance spaces with a range of sizes to suit any sort of production. | 10 | 247 |
| Just the Tonic at The Caves | 0330 220 1212 | Rowantree Bar
EH1 1LG | | 88 | During the Festival Fringe in Edinburgh, the Caves transform into a captivating labyrinth of creativity and performance unlike any other. Tucked away beneath the city's bustling streets, these ancient underground chambers provide a uniquely atmospheric setting for an eclectic array of shows and events. Stepping into the Caves during the Fringe is like entering another world altogether. The dimly lit passageways and rugged stone walls create an otherworldly ambiance. | 20 | 364 |
| Just the Tonic at The Mash House | 0330 220 1212 | 37 Guthrie St
EH1 1JG | | 288 | During the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, The Mash House emerges as a pulsating hub of creativity and cultural exchange. Nestled in the vibrant Cowgate area of the city, this converted nightclub and event space undergoes a metamorphosis, becoming a dynamic epicentre of theatrical performances, comedy shows, live music gigs, and experimental art installations. | 9 | 178 |
| Just the Tonic Nucleus | | 138-140 Pleasance
EH8 9RR | | 393 | The Nucleus, nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town, is a beacon of Just the Tonic at Edinburgh Fringe. This dynamic venue seamlessly blends heritage with modernity, offering a welcoming space for a diverse array of performances, from stand-up comedy to folk music. | 6 | 130 |
| Krua Thai Cookery School | | 19 Liberton Brae
EH16 6AQ | | 376 | Located 2.7 miles from Edinburgh Castle. Parking preferably further up the hill or on Orchardhead Road. Buses no 7, 37, 47, 67. Ask the driver to stop at the first bus stop at the bottom of Liberton Brae. | 6 | 75 |
| Laughing Horse @ 32 Below | 0131 226 0000 | 32b W Nicolson St
EH8 9DD | | 442 | A basement craft beer bar located in Edinburgh City Centre, huddled away on West Nicholson Street underneath the Pear Tree and bounteous with amazing beers. There are free shows all day and night, and the venue is linked to the Pear Tree and Counting House which offer six more stages of free shows between them. It's an amazing hub of free Fringe entertainment. | 5 | 48 |
| Laughing Horse @ Bar 50 | 0131 226 0000 | 50 Blackfriars St
EH1 1NE | | 151 | Located within the four-star A&O Edinburgh Hostel, Bar 50 is a bar and restaurant offering three rooms of Free Fringe shows, drinks and tasty, locally sourced pub grub in laid-back, modern and stylish surroundings, an outdoor beer garden and balcony beer terrace. | 7 | 137 |
| Laughing Horse @ Boston Bar | 0131 226 0000 | 104 Hanover Street
EH2 1DR | | 650 | Come for good Scran, stay for good times at this Irish-American themed music bar, with free shows downstairs through the Fringe in the basement bar. | 1 | 25 |
| Laughing Horse @ City Cafe | 0131 226 0000 | 19 Blair Street
EH1 1QR | | 85 | Decked out as an authentic American Diner, The Caf has earned a reputation for being jam-packed with local legends, friendly staff and great music since the early 80s. Located between the Royal Mile and the Cowgate. Food available with free Fringe shows throughout the day (and night!). Venue rooms are fully air conditioned and kids are allowed on the premises until 22:00. | 8 | 159 |
| Laughing Horse @ Dragonfly | 0131 226 0000 | 52 West Port
EH1 2LD | | 414 | Dragonfly Cocktail Bar is Edinburgh's longest standing cocktail bar where guests can enjoy a variety of original drinks as well as countless classic cocktails. A beautiful hidden space located just off of the end of Grassmarket, with a rich history of Fringe shows, and performances of free and Pay What You Can shows right throughout the day, all week, except Mondays. | 2 | 44 |
| Laughing Horse @ Dropkick Murphys | 0131 226 0000 | 7 Merchant St
EH1 2QD | | 289 | An Irish bar with a difference – we're actually Irish! Located just off Edinburgh's famous Grassmarket, Dropkick Murphy's gives you a real experience of what an Irish bar is meant to be. Live music at night, major sports on big screens and our great craic assured – plus free shows here throughout the Fringe from 12:00 – 22:00, with the bar open until very late afterwards! Strictly over-18s only. | 1 | 24 |
| Laughing Horse @ Kick Ass Cowgate | 0131 226 0000 | 37-39 Cowgate
EH1 1JR | | 89 | Located on Cowgate, the Kick Ass is in a great location, being on the edge of the Old Town and a ten-minute walk from Waverly Station. There is a bar, and outdoor seating area – with Free and Pay What You Can Fringe shows on the ground floor level throughout August. | 1 | 26 |
| Laughing Horse @ The Counting House | 0131 226 0000 | 38 W Nicolson St
EH8 9DD | | 170 | The Counting House has been a free venue for over a decade, and is one of the largest free venues in Edinburgh, with six rooms between this venue and its sister venues 32 Below and The Pear Tree every day from 10:00 to 03:00. There's a massive outdoor courtyard, four bars, a full restaurant food selection and giant outdoor screen. What better place could you hang out during the Fringe? | 6 | 122 |
| Laughing Horse @ The Hanover Tap | 0131 226 0000 | 112 Hanover Street
EH2 1DR | | 259 | Your go-to venue for craft beer in the city centre. serving great pub grub – with performances of Free Fringe comedy shows every day from 12:00 – 21:00. | 3 | 149 |
| Laughing Horse @ The Pear Tree | 0131 226 0000 | 36 W Nicholson St
EH8 9DD | | 257 | The recently refurbished Pear Tree offers a huge selection of free shows throughout the day: comedy on its indoor stage all day and music on the outdoor stage – a huge courtyard with outdoor bars and barbecue to enjoy your Fringe days and nights in. The venue is also linked to the Counting House and 32 Below which boast six more theatres between them. | 1 | 25 |
| Laughing Horse @ The Raging Bull | 0131 226 0000 | 161 Lothian Rd
EH3 9AA | | 332 | We welcome you to The Raging Bull, an Edinburgh cocktail bar famous for its coffee cocktails. Our cosy bar is inspired by the eccentric yet good-natured fellow, who has become accustomed to drinking his cocktails in comfortable and stylish surroundings. So expect rustic walls, marble tables, natural foliage and walls adorned with pictures of the handsome Bull when you visit us, plus free Fringe shows downstairs daily. | 1 | 24 |
| Laughing Horse @ The Three Sisters | 0131 226 0000 | 139 Cowgate
EH1 1JS | | 272 | Edinburgh’s premier party venue and the central Free Fringe hub. Four rooms of free shows running throughout the day and night, and a buzzing and vibrant courtyard in the centre of the Cowgate. The Three Sisters boasts a wide variety of food and drinks, with plenty of space to relax during the day and party throughout the night! Shows run from 10:00 – 02:00. | 15 | 317 |
| Laughing Horse @ West Port Oracle | 0131 226 0000 | 27 West Port
EH1 2LD | | 75a | Offering the perfect elixir of cosmic and traditional, The Oracle has the answer. See free Fringe show here in our basement Flight Club. | 2 | 46 |
| Le Monde | 0131 270 3900 | 16 George St
EH2 2PF | | 47 | An intimate venue on the first floor of Le Monde with 100 seats. Up close and personal performances in a fabulous air-conditioned venue with full bar and restaurant facilities. Located on George Street in the heart of the New Town, very close to Assembly Rooms and St Andrew's Square. | 7 | 122 |
| Mansfield Traquair Centre | 07940914140 | 15 Mansfield Place
EH3 6BB | | 262 | Home to the world famous Phoebe Anna Traquair murals, the Mansfield Traquair Centre is a restored church building built in the 1870s. It is also known as 'Edinburgh's Sistine Chapel' and a wonderful example of the Arts and Crafts movement in Scotland during the late 19th Century. | 1 | 13 |
| Marchmont St Giles Church | | Marchmont St Giles Church, Kilgraston Road
EH9 2DW | | 589 | Marchmont St Giles Church | 1 | 11 |
| Meeting Point @ Outside the World's End | | 2-8 High Street
EH1 1TB | | 527 | Walking tour | 1 | 22 |
| Meeting Point at Bridgend Farmhouse | | 41 Old Dalkeith Road
EH16 4TE | | 238 | Meeting point. | 1 | 25 |
| Meeting Point at Cockburn St, corner of Fleshmarket Close | | Cockburn St, cnr of Fleshmarket Close
EH1 1BS | | 207 | Meeting Point: Cockburn St, corner of Fleshmarket Close | 1 | 32 |
| Meeting Point at Edinburgh's Festival Theatre (Next to the Festival Theatre Café side door) | 01312260000 | 13-29 Nicolson Street
EH8 9FT | | 364 | Meeting point is to the left side of the Festival Theatre building as you face it from the street, by the Festival Café side door, in the gap between the Festival Theatre and the City Restaurant. | 1 | 8 |
| Novotel | | 80 Lauriston Place
EH3 9DE | | 188 | Light, airy, comfortable room with unreserved seating at tables, cabaret style. Full food menu available. Full bar. | 1 | 25 |
| Outhouse Bar | | 12A Broughton Street Lane
EH1 3LY | | 99b | Local bar tucked away down a quiet lane just off Broughton Street. Great selection of beers on draft and cocktails available. Over 18s only. | 1 | 6 |
| Outside Appleton Tower, Crichton St | | 33 Crichton Street
EH8 9LE | | 636 | . | 1 | 23 |
| Outside Greyfriars Bobby Bar | 07803 475 688 | 34 Candlemaker Row
EH1 2QE | | 217 | To find Greyfriars Bobby's Bar from the Royal Mile, turn left onto George IV Bridge, continuing until you reach a railing and the Greyfriars Bobby statue on the right-hand side. The bar is just behind the statue, on Candlemaker Row. | 1 | 33 |
| Paradise in Augustines | 0131 510 0022 | 41 George IV Bridge
EH1 1EL | | 152 | Paradise Green is at the heart and soul of the largest arts festival in the world, presenting a wide range of top-quality performances. Visit our beautiful and friendly venue, relax with a drink from our snack bar before your performance and soak up the true atmosphere of the Fringe. | 2 | 17 |
| Paradise in The Vault | 0131 510 0022 | 11 Merchant Street
EH1 2QD | | 29 | Paradise Green is at the heart and soul of the largest arts festival in the world, presenting a wide range of top-quality performances. Visit our beautiful and friendly venue, relax with a drink from our snack bar before your performance and soak up the true atmosphere of the Fringe. | 1 | 20 |
| PBH's Free Fringe @ Brewdog Doghouse Hotel | | 5 New Street
EH8 8BH | | 603 | Brewdog Doghouse | 1 | 20 |
| PBH's Free Fringe @ Carbon | | 208 Cowgate
EH1 1NQ | | 180 | 1428, Cowgate gets its name from medieval times when cattle were herded down the street on market day. Now, fast forward to today; The Carnivore compliments the heritage of Edinburgh’s meat market and this is where our ethos of great quality meat for unbeatable value was born. The fuss-free food features authentic meat-lover’s classics with a twist, paired with American-inspired whiskey cocktail. Free Fringe comedy every day during August Fringe. | 1 | 12 |
| PBH's Free Fringe @ CC Blooms | | 23-24 Greenside Place
EH1 3AA | | 171 | Buzzing, unpretentious gay club over two levels with bars and dance-floor. Every day during the Fringe we host several five-star PBH Free Fringe shows, bespoke cocktails and international beers. Kitchen open every day until 22:00. Children welcome before 21:00. | 1 | 11 |
| PBH's Free Fringe @ Fingers Piano Bar | | 61a Frederick Street
EH2 1LH | | 221 | Fingers Piano Bar is an institution established in the early 1980s. During the Fringe, Fingers turns into one of the best cosmopolitan venues in Edinburgh. An experience not to be missed! No disabled access. Age restriction 18+. | 1 | 22 |
| PBH's Free Fringe @ Pilgrim | | 3 Robertsons Close
EH1 1LY | | 100 | Pub with a service area made from recycled materials, including old suitcases and recycled 1930s cinema seats. Continuing the sustainable ethos, Pilgrim features locally sourced craft beers, premium spirits and health foods. During the Fringe, we host a selection of PBH Free Fringe shows in our side room. Over 18s only. | 1 | 23 |
| PBH's Free Fringe @ Voodoo Rooms | 0131 226 0000 | West Register Street
EH2 2AA | | 68b | The Voodoo Rooms is an award-winning entertainment venue with a cocktail bar and restaurant. Opulent and grand, its 1860s interior has recently been given a new contemporary skin. The Speakeasy, Ballroom and carte blanche! will be used during the festival by some of the best PBH's Free Fringe performers on the cabaret and comedy circuit. | 2 | 46 |
| Planet Bar | | 6 Baxter's Place
EH1 3AF | | 429 | Venue 429 | 1 | 7 |
| Pleasance at EICC | 0131 556 6550 | 150 Morrison Street
EH3 8EE | | 150b | Join us in the heart of Edinburgh's West End for theatre, dance, music and comedy. The best of the Fringe awaits in the city’s most luxurious venue, where brilliant bars and cafés join a stellar line up of world renowned artists. | 2 | 57 |
| Pleasance Courtyard | 0131 556 6550 | 60 Pleasance
EH8 9TJ | | 33 | The Pleasance’s famous cobblestone Courtyard has been entertaining festival audiences since 1985 and is considered by many to be the very heart of the Fringe. Come join us for the best comedy, theatre and children's shows at 'the centre of the cultural universe' (Scotsman). | 22 | 446 |
| Pleasance Dome | 0131 556 6550 | 1 Bristo Square
EH8 9AL | | 23 | The Pleasance Dome is at the very centre of the now famous Bristo Square, featuring the very best comedy and theatre. With great bars and cafes, including our sunny outdoor plaza, come soak up the legendary Pleasance atmosphere throughout the day and stay for the fun late into the night. | 7 | 152 |
| Royal College of Physicians | +44 (0)131 339 5374 | 9 Queen St
EH2 1JQ | | 74b | Historic building in the centre of Edinburgh, 5 minutes walk from Princes St., tram stops, bus station & Waverley train station | 1 | 18 |
| Saint Stephen's Theatre | | 105 St Stephen Street
EH3 5AB | | 166b | Saint Stephens Theatre | 1 | 4 |
| Scottish Comedy Festival @ The Beehive Inn | 0131 226 0000 | 18-20 Grassmarket
EH1 2JU | | 178a | Situated in the Grassmarket, the heart of historic Old Edinburgh, and serving food and drink all day long, The Beehive Inn comprises a main bar on the ground floor and a comfortable and relaxing restaurant and bar on the first floor. Our two dedicated 50-seat performance spaces, presenting some of the best homegrown comedy at the festival, are on the first and second floors. | 8 | 193 |
| Scottish Comedy Festival @ Waverley Bar | | 3-5 St Mary's Street
EH1 1TA | | 438b | The Waverley Bar is located off the High Street, where it turns into the Canongate. As the name of the bar suggests it is a minute's walk from Waverley Station. Established since the fifties as a prominent venue for rising stars in the folk world (vintage poster and photos of banjo-playing Billy Connolly and the Humblebums adorn the wall), with an ambiance that seems to have little changed. | 1 | 20 |
| Scottish Cooking and Dining Experience | | Drummond Place
EH3 | | 569 | Stunning Georgian Flat – up two flights of stairs – but worth the climb for views and to build an appetite for cooking traditional fish soup, shortbread and eating haggis in UNESCO property in the Georgian New Town. | 1 | 17 |
| Stockbridge Church | | 7b Saxe Coburg Street
EH3 5BN | | 317 | Situated in the heart of vibrant Stockbridge, ten minutes walk from city centre. Stockbridge Church is an attractive Grade-B Georgian listed building. A magnificent space which has a flexible stage, a balcony with a splendid church organ and separate halls. | 3 | 45 |
| Summerhall | 0131 560 1580 | 1 Summerhall
EH9 1PL | | 26 | Set in the iconic former Veterinary College, Summerhall's programme is packed full of exciting and challenging theatre, dance, visual art and music from across the world and Scotland for people of all ages. Delicious food and drink is served in The Royal Dick bar plus al fresco bars and street food in our vibrant and buzzing courtyard. There is a café open all day too. Full programme available at summerhall.co.uk. | 1 | 24 |
| The Famous Spiegeltent | | St Andrew Square
EH2 2AD | | 333 | The Famous Spiegeltent | 1 | 32 |
| The Jazz Bar | | 1A Chambers Street
EH1 1HR | | 57 | This stylish basement bar is Edinburgh's coolest, multiple award-winning, year-round live music venue, with a crammed programme of multi-genre music and Fringe shows running all day, every day, from 13:00 – 05:00. As well as all the independent Fringe shows hosted by the venue, you’ll hear the bar’s excellent music, with great jazz, funk, acoustic, blues and rocky sounds – and bar service to 05:00 nightly! | 12 | 57 |
| The Queen's Hall | 0131 668 2019 | 85-89 Clerk Street
EH8 9JG | | 72 | The Queen's Hall is a 900-capacity venue situated on Clerk Street in the Southside of Edinburgh. Originally built in 1823 as Hope Park Chapel, it was converted to its current role in 1979. It now plays host to all types of live music and comedy, and presents approximately 200 performances every year. | 1 | 2 |
| The Ross Bandstand | | West Gardens Cottage
EH2 2HG | | 362c | . | 1 | 7 |
| The Royal Scots Club Edinburgh | | 29-31 Abercromby Place
EH3 6QE | | 241c | . | 1 | 325 |
| The Speakeasy at The Royal Scots Club | 0131 226 0000 | 29-31 Abercromby Place
EH3 6QE | | 241a | Step into a bygone era in this Fringe venue in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town. A hidden gem tucked away in the Royal Scots Club, The Speakeasy brings you 1920s glamour mixed with an exciting and diverse programme of shows, lectures and events. | 3 | 7 |
| The Stand Comedy Club | 0131 558 9005 | 5 York Place
EH1 3EB | | 5a | Scotland's original and world famous purpose-built comedy club (30 Years), The Stand, is not only at the heart of the Fringe, but open all year round, it's not to be missed. The atmosphere is relaxed and informal, with cabaret-style seating and standing room. All tickets are general admission. First come, first served, queuing advised. Venue is down 9 steps through courtyard at basement level. Latecomers may not be admitted. | 8 | 124 |
| The Stand Comedy Club 2 | 0131 558 9005 | 16 North St Andrew Street
EH2 1HJ | | 5b | Round the corner from Stand 1, our little sister club is in its 24th year hosting the latest comedy talent. This intimate studio space is situated in a large, Georgian-style first floor drawing room. The venue is fully seated and has a separate bar and waiting area. For customers with access needs, the first floor is accessible by a steep flight of 23 steps. Latecomers may not be admitted. | 7 | 111 |
| The Stand Comedy Club 3 & 4 | 0131 558 9005 | 28 York Place
EH1 3EP | | 12 | Across the road from The Stand Comedy Club (Stand 1), Stand 3 is one of the largest venues in the Stand family, presenting fabulous productions in a superb large theatre space with its own bar. Stand 4 is an intimate studio with exciting Fringe debuts. Venue entrance via a set of 15 steps to the courtyard, with a following 3 steps to enter Stand 3. Latecomers may not be admitted. | 11 | 165 |
| The Tree of the Dead | 0131 225 9044 | Next to St Giles Cathedral, Royal Mile
EH1 1RE | | 213 | Tree with City of the Dead plaque, outside St Giles' Cathedral shop on Edinburgh's Royal Mile. | 1 | 11 |
| theSpace @ Niddry St | 0131 510 2384 | Niddry Street
EH1 1TH | | 9 | Right in the middle of it all in the best location and part of our Royal Mile hub (6 theatres) we present three very special spaces, offering an array of new and established work – from theatre to musicals, dance, comedy and music, a real feast for all. The buzzing courtyard bar adjacent to the venue offers audiences pre and post-show drinks and an unrivalled Fringe experience. | 24 | 246 |
| theSpace @ Surgeons' Hall | 0131 510 2384 | Nicolson Street
EH8 9DW | | 53 | The modern festival's smartest multi-space destination venue. The ultimate powerhouse of live performance, offering a pulsating programme of diverse and inclusive work from every genre possible. Part of our 11-space hub at the very stylish Surgeons Quarter, well-stocked bars and great food has made this the perfect destination for audiences who tend to come and spend the day seeing a wide selection of award-winning shows from across the globe. | 82 | 1038 |
| theSpace @ Symposium Hall | 0131 510 2384 | Hill Square
EH8 9DR | | 43 | Another high-calibre venue. Two classy spaces, alternatives to the Fringe norm, boasting the most comfortable seats in town! Wonderfully located in our 11-space hub adjacent to theSpaceTriplex and theSpace @ Surgeons' Hall. A programme of music, a capella, theatre, improv, sketch and comedy and a stylish garden bar in the adjacent square. A must for all well-heeled theatre-goers. | 18 | 301 |
| theSpace @ Venue 45 | 0131 510 2384 | 63 Jeffrey Street
EH1 1DH | | 45 | The original Fringe venue, its unique atmosphere is known in Fringe folklore. It's worth a visit just for that! Here we present new and established work from across the globe. Mid to large-scale theatre, dance, musicals, opera and music make a daily programme of quality to enjoy. | 6 | 48 |
| theSpace on the Mile | 0131 510 2384 | 80 High Street
EH1 1TH | | 39 | Hugely popular Royal Mile venue located at the very heart of the festival. Part of our Royal Mile hub of nine performance spaces. With a reputation for award-winning shows, the three smart, air-conditioned theatres offer the very best shows and entertainment at the festival. Ultra-stylish on-site bars provide the perfect way to start, or end, your night. Style and class on the Fringe. For more info see thespaceuk.com. | 34 | 329 |
| theSpaceTriplex | 0131 510 2384 | The Prince Philip Building
EH8 9DP | | 38 | Next door to theSpace @ Surgeons Hall, theSpaceTriplex makes up part of our fabulously smart destination hub of 11 performance spaces located right at the heart of the modern Fringe and offers an unmissable platform of diverse live performance. Music, dance, theatre, physical theatre, a capella, opera, comedy and cabaret. A vibrant programme of performance, all under one roof in the most spectacular space in town. | 21 | 281 |
| Tigerlily | | 125 George Street
EH2 4JN | | 567 | Gorgeous cocktail bar and restaurant in restored 18th century townhouse in the heart of Georgian New Town and one block from Princes Street. . | 1 | 13 |
| Underbelly, Bristo Square | 0131 510 0395 | Teviot Place
EH8 9AG | | 302 | Situated at the heart of the festival, Bristo Square is where you can find a variety of venues, including the magnificent McEwan Hall, presenting theatre, musicals, comedy, cabaret and family shows early 'til late. | 8 | 165 |
| Underbelly, Cowgate | 0131 510 0395 | 66 Cowgate
EH1 1JX | | 61 | Running on the Fringe for over two decades, Underbelly Cowgate is home to some of the best talent and bars you can find at the Fringe. Complete with licensed bars, a café and six vivacious venues, open 'til the wee hours. | 1 | 24 |
| Underbelly, George Square | 0131 510 0395 | George Square
EH8 9LH | | 300 | Come and graze in George Square! Food, drink, two fantastic venues and, of course, an upside-down purple cow. If you're looking for Udderbelly, the Wee Coo and a place to soak up the Fringe atmosphere, this is the place to be. | 6 | 126 |
| Valvona & Crolla | 0131 556 6066 | 19 Elm Row
EH7 4AA | | 67 | Festival Fringe productions in The Little Theatre 'beyond the treasure house of salamis, cheeses, balsamic vinegars and olive oils' (Sunday Times). 'If anything makes a London-based gourmet jealous of the Scots, it is Valvona & Crolla' (Financial Times). | 16 | 74 |
| WHISKI Bar & Restaurant | 0131-556-3095 | 119 High Street
EH1 1SG | | 246 | Multi award-winning whisky bar and restaurant midway down the Royal Mile. Fresh Scottish produce served all day. | 1 | 26 |
| Whitespace 76 | 07814 514771 | 76 E Crosscauseway
EH8 9HQ | | 375 | Whitespace 76 is a venue right in the heart of the festival between Bristo Sq and the Pleasance. Out-with the festival Whitespace is an art gallery and performance space for contemporary art. | 1 | 12 |
| YOTEL Edinburgh | | 68-73 Queen Street
EH2 4NA | | 572 | YOTEL Edinburgh is located on Queen Street in New Town, five minutes' walk from Princes Street. Performances take place in the one-of-a-kind 360-degree events space. Pop into the atmospheric bar and lounge where cocktail classics, excellent wines and local beers are available alongside an all-day bar food menu. | 1 | 25 |