Leisure

"History is a damn good story, what it needs is a damn food telling!" Explore the world-famous Old Town of Edinburgh with award-winning guides who have passion, humour and flair for history! Mercat guides will reveal the secrets of our incredible past in the closes, courtyards, Castle and Underground Vaults of the historic Capital. more details…

Come and visit the home of Pickering’s Gin, Summerhall Distillery. Pickering’s gin is based on an original recipe, handwritten on a fragment of paper dated 17 July 1947, and has been fine-tuned, perfecting its balance and tweaking it for today’s contemporary palate. more details…

No trip to the city centre would be complete without a visit to Scotland’s oldest family jeweller. A showcase for the world’s leading international jewellery and watch brands, it’s a combination of the personal touches, attention to detail and highest customer service with in-store experts, fluent Mandarin speakers and tax-free shopping assistance. more details…

The Stand Comedy Club situated in the new town is a 150 capacity purpose built comedy club. Open seven nights a week the venue hosts regular comedy showcases and touring comedians. The venue is available for private hire on selected daytime and evenings. more details…

​Experience the most exciting escape rooms in Edinburgh. Escape Hunt Edinburgh features 5-star rated escape rooms, a luxury lounge and VIP amenities. Get locked in and let the adrenaline flow as you race against time to crack the clues and escape the room. Great fun for groups, team building, corporate events, families or a night out with friends. more details…

Our award-winning cupcakes and celebration cakes are renowned across the Capital. Our Dundas Street store is just a short walk away from the beautiful botanic gardens and provides a perfect location for brunch and lunch as well as locally roasted coffee and cake. We pride ourselves on using fresh, local ingredients. more details…

An original way to wind down at the end of a meeting or conference, the perfect accompaniment to fine dining, or an entertainment in it's own right. The Society is guaranteed to make any occasion memorable... more details…

Open every night ‘til the wee small hours and providing quality live music for the city, Whistle Binkies is an Edinburgh institution. Housed deep in the vaults under South Bridge both locals and visitors congregate to sample the finest Scotland has to offer, from bands to beers! more details…

​Leo 90 is located less than 500m from the EICC and Haymarket Railway Station, situated in the Leonardo Royal Hotel. Open from early in the morning for breakfast to late at night, the all-day restaurant-bar offers a relaxed setting for you and your colleagues. more details…