Cultural meeting and event venues in Edinburgh

The Palace of Holyroodhouse, Her Majesty's official residence in Scotland, offers a splendid setting for a special visit. Enjoy a private tour of the State Apartments in the company of an expert guide - either before the Palace opens, or once it has closed to visitors for the day. Tours offer a unique opportunity to go 'behind the ropes' in selected rooms. more details…

Hopetoun House 'Scotland's finest stately home' is an incomparable setting for exclusive functions, events and conferences. Classical, elegant and prestigious; Hopetoun House never fails to impress. From the first breathtaking glimpse of the grand façade to the final fond farewell, Hopetoun will capture the imagination of your guests and leave a lasting impression. more details…

The Georgian House, located in the New Town’s Charlotte Square, provides an elegant space for drinks receptions or boardroom meetings. more details…

Situated in a stunning location on the Castle Rock with unrivalled views over the city of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle is Scotland's most famous national monument and is available for hire by corporate, conference and incentive groups for exclusive events. more details…

National Museums Scotland offers a stunning collection of venues to make the right impression, whatever the occasion. From board meetings with 12 guests to high-profile awards ceremonies for 950, each unique and versatile setting ensures an unforgettable experience. more details…

Flexible,  inspiring and centrally located, this iconic space is the perfect venue to create a truly memorable conference. Assembly rooms can hold conferences up to 550 (or 750 with catering restrictions). Dinners up to 430 and receptions up to 1000. With two large rooms on the same floor joined by a Crush Hall and adjacent Drawing Rooms, versatility is the keyword. more details…

Offering stunning views across Edinburgh’s picturesque cityscape and Royal Park, Dynamic Earth is perfectly situated as a contemporary venue with a unique heritage twist. Perfect for gala dinners, product launches and drinks receptions more details…

The Hub is a stunning unique venue suited for gala dinners of up to 300 guests and receptions of up to 500 guests. Our spectacular Main Hall makes a memorable setting for conferences, accommodating up to 400 delegates theatre style and 200 delegates cabaret style. Our in house catering team are dedicated to providing outstanding Scottish cuisine and exceptional service. more details…

The National Galleries of Scotland comprises three magnificent venues in the very heart of Edinburgh, each home to Scotland's greatest collection of art. Whether a grand cocktail reception or intimate dinner, a stylish conference or unique product launch, we deliver bespoke events, providing unique experiences of the highest quality within some of the most exclusive venues. more details…

With breathtaking views of the city, the Castle and beyond, the multi award-winning Cannonball Restaurant serves traditional Scottish food, all made with the finest ingredients from Scotland’s bountiful larder. The seasonal menu and tasting menus change monthly to showcase the very best of what is on offer. Available for private hire for groups of 30-70 guests. more details…