Things to do in Edinburgh, Scotland: The Best Performances

January 3, 2022 Kaleigh Reichenbach

Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city, renowned for its heritage, culture and festivals. Take a long walk around the centre to explore the World Heritage Sites of the Old Town and New Town, as well as all the area’s museums and galleries. Then stop for a delicious meal made from fresh Scottish produce before heading out to take in one of Edinburgh’s many events — including the famous summer festivals of culture, or the Winter Festivals of music, light and ceilidhs.
Restaurants in Edinburgh

1. DOM

8 Advocates Close 357 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1PS Scotland +44 131 225 9271 http://www.artesian-arts.org/dom.htm
Excellent
56%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
11%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 9 reviews

DOM

2. Edinburgh Experience

City Observatory Calton Hill, Edinburgh EH7 5AA Scotland +44 131 556 4365 http://www.streetoflight.com
Excellent
64%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 33 reviews

Edinburgh Experience

3. Magdalen Chapel

Magdalene Chapel 41 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JR Scotland +44 131 220 1450 http://www.scottishreformationsociety.org/the-magdalen-chapel
Excellent
53%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 17 reviews

Magdalen Chapel

Reviewed By Margo7850p

I spotted this chapel as I walked down Cowgate towards the Grassmarket. I am really glad that I noticed it and it was open to visitors. The Magdalen Chapel is a 16th century chapel located almost beneath the George IV bridge in the Cowgate in the Old Town of Edinburgh. The chapel was built between 1541 and 1544. It was bequeathed by Michael MacQueen and also his wife Janet Rynd who is buried within. A semi-circular wooden platform was installed at the east end around 1615 and the layout of the Chapel was altered. The tower and spire were added about 1620. The stained glass in the middle window of the south wall features the Royal Arms of Scotland and the Arms of Mary of Guise. It is the only intact pre-Reformation stained glass window in Scotland. The Victorian façade obscures the ancient stonework. An inscription over the door reads 'He that hath pity upon the poore lendeth unto the Lord and the Lord will recompence him that which he hath given''. Architects Simpson and Brown undertook a major restoration programme in 1992/93. It is now the headquarters of the Scottish Reformation Society. A small but really interesting chapel worth seeing.

4. The Edinburgh Dungeon

31 Market Street by Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1DF Scotland +44 871 663 1672 [email protected] http://www.thedungeons.com/edinburgh
Excellent
60%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 5,745 reviews

The Edinburgh Dungeon

The Edinburgh Dungeon is the ultimate underground journey through Edinburgh's darkest history; a unique, award-winning visitor attraction that brings together an professional cast of theatrical actors, special effects, 360 degree sets and thrilling rides in a truly unique and immersive walk-through experience. Shows are based on real Scottish history, minus the boring bits!

Reviewed By F9857YLpatrickh

Great fun, the actors and actresses in their old Scottish accents were so authentic, the setting is very good and the props just amazing, great family fun, pre book beforehand .

5. Innis & Gunn Comedy Attic

Beehive Inn, 18-20 Grasmarket Top Floor - Beehive Inn, Edinburgh EH1 2JU Scotland +44 131 466 3266 [email protected] http://www.thecomedyattic.co.uk
Excellent
82%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 34 reviews

Innis & Gunn Comedy Attic

Edinburgh's only late-night comedy chow, showcasing lashings of unadulterated comedy mayhem to tickle the fancy of every twisted night owl. Each night follows a trusted formula: One hysterical MC plus three amazing acts and a couple of hours of booze-soaked laughter. What happens in the Attic stays in the Attic!

6. Institut francais d'Ecosse

Parliament Square, Edinburgh EH1 1RF Scotland +44 131 285 6030 [email protected] http://www.ifecosse.org.uk/?lang=en
Excellent
48%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
16%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 25 reviews

Institut francais d'Ecosse

Founded in 1946, the Institut français d’Ecosse is the Scottish outpost of the French Embassy in the United Kingdom. Within its Edinburgh base, it combines: - A cultural venue with a 55-seat theatre for shows, music, theatre, talks, cinema screenings, and an art gallery; - A French language centre with about 1,500 students per year, more than 150 classes and 15 teachers; - An on-site and digital resource centre in the forms of our médiathèque and the online Culturethèque; - A network of correspondents coordinating its membership throughout Scotland.

7. Gilded Balloon Basement

204 Rose Street, Edinburgh EH2 4AZ Scotland +44 131 622 6552 http://gildedballoon.co.uk/10459-2/
Excellent
44%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 25 reviews

Gilded Balloon Basement

Gilded Balloon Basement is Edinburgh's freshest venue for comedy, theatre & music. Our weekly line up offering The Comedy Show has the best line ups in Edinburgh every Friday & Saturday night. Trust us - we've been doing this for over 35 years! The bar is stocked, the acts are ready - come on down!

Reviewed By Edingalxoxo

Went to see the weekly Comedy Show here in mid-Jan. It's a perfect place for a comedy gig - feels intimate with a really amazing atmosphere. Staff were friendly and helpful, and drinks very reasonable. Great show with hilarious acts too. Great night!

8. Jamie's Scottish Evening

107 Leith Street, Edinburgh EH1 3AT Scotland +44 131 200 7750
Excellent
19%
Good
56%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
3%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 32 reviews

Jamie's Scottish Evening

9. Spirit of Scotland Show

5 Queen Street, Edinburgh EH2 1JE Scotland +353 87 933 5454 [email protected] http://www.spiritofscotlandshow.com
Excellent
37%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
11%
Terrible
14%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 104 reviews

Spirit of Scotland Show

Spirit of Scotland Show involves a rip roaring evening of traditional Scottish song and dance accompanied by a great selection of quality Scottish food to delight your pallet. Our resident band and traditional Scottish Dancers provide breathtaking performances for their audience and never fail to entertain.

Reviewed By GrahamS1584 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Fully enjoyed our evening at the Spirit of Scotland show. The food was exquisite offering a choice of Scottish dishes from fresh salmon, pork belly and scottish beef. It was good to see our wine glasses being replenished regularly through the meal with a choice of quality white and red wine. The entertainment offered a taste of traditional Scottish music accompanied by an excellent accordionist, fiddler and piper, expertly hosted by the talented Bruce Davis. The AV presentations were spectacular and beautiful and ovocative images of Edinburgh and Scotland set to the haunting "Outlander" melody the sky boat song and By Yon Bonny Banks. The highlight of the evening however were the superlative scottish dancers, spinning and dancing jigs and reels and the highly dangerous sword dance. All in a all a memorable evening in Edinburgh. Highly recommend.

10. Dance Base

Assembly Rooms 54 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2LR Scotland +44 131 225 5525
Excellent
71%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 7 reviews

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