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Elegant 18th-century Georgian venue hosting grand balls, concerts, and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town.
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Best Bars near Assembly Rooms
Discover the best bars near Assembly Rooms. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
The 10 best bars near Assembly Rooms
The Bon Vivant
Candlelit bistro haven on Thistle Street, pouring award-winning cocktails and serving local Scottish fare with French finesse since 2008.
55 Thistle St, Edinburgh EH2 1DY
Thistle Street Bar
A cozy and authentic Scottish bar in Edinburgh’s Old Town, famed for superb ales, live traditional music, and warm local hospitality.
39 Thistle St, Edinburgh EH2 1DY
Grand Cru
Edinburgh's cocktail haven on Hanover Street, blending masterful drinks, modern European bites, and seamless day-to-night vibes in the heart of New Town.
79-83 Hanover St, Edinburgh EH2 1EE
Hoot The Redeemer
A quirky, tarot-themed cocktail bar in Edinburgh offering inventive drinks, playful games, and a lively, intimate atmosphere.
7 Hanover St, Edinburgh EH2 2DL
The Dome
Experience Edinburgh’s iconic Dome: grand architecture, festive magic, fine dining, and warm hospitality in the heart of the city.
14 George St, Edinburgh EH2 2PF
Bramble Bar
Edinburgh's speakeasy legend: masterful cocktails, dim-lit nooks, and beats that linger until 1am in a Queen Street basement hideaway.
16A Queen St, Edinburgh EH2 1JE
Lucky Liquor Co
Intimate and creative cocktail bar in Edinburgh’s New Town, blending expert mixology with a vinyl soundtrack and a welcoming vibe.
39A Queen St, Edinburgh EH2 3NH
Never Really Here
Edinburgh's ultimate speakeasy: knock the graffiti door for bespoke cocktails in an intimate, menu-free den of mixology magic.
89 Rose St N Ln, Edinburgh EH2 3DX
Copper Blossom
A glamorous cocktail bar and restaurant on George Street, blending stylish decor with inventive drinks and shareable plates in vibrant Edinburgh.
107 George St, Edinburgh EH2 3BG
The Oxford Bar
Historic Edinburgh pub famed as Inspector Rebus’s haunt, offering timeless charm and a cozy, no-frills atmosphere in New Town.
8 Young St, Edinburgh EH2 4JB
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