Edinburgh & The Lothians

Edinburgh & The Lothians in highlights

Did you know?

Edinburgh has 112 parks and more trees per head of population than any other city in the U.K.
The Balmoral clock in the heart of Edinburgh doesn’t show the right time (apart from New Year’s Eve). Since 1920, the clock has run three minutes fast so travellers don’t miss their trains at Edinburgh Waverley.
Edinburgh was the first city in the entire world to have its own fire service.
The Royal Mile is actually one mile and 107 yards long.
Edinburgh has more listed buildings than anywhere in the world.
Edinburgh Castle is built on an extinct volcano.
Edinburgh replaced Scone as the capital of Scotland in 1437.

The Witchery by the Castle
© The Witchery by the Castle

Food & Drink

Edinburgh boasts an eclectic selection of high-quality restaurants, including some of the most luxurious dining experiences you can find in the UK. Whether you're looking to catch up with a client at a private Michelin-star dinner, entertain colleagues over a sumptuous afternoon tea in Edinburgh's New Town, there are plenty of suitable options to choose from.

The Witchery by The Castle

The Kitchin

Colonnades at The Signet Library

Seeds For The Soul

Cannonball Restaurant & Bar

David Bann

Edinburgh Castle private dining
© Historic Environment Scotland

Experiences

Edinburgh & The Lothians are renowned for history, stunning architecture and a beautiful coastline, which makes it such a special place to visit. Famously known for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Edinburgh Castle, and The Royal Mile, the region offers several unique experiences that will enhance your next event.

Invisible Cities walking tour

Dinner at the Edinburgh Castle

Johnnie Walker Journey of Flavour Experience

Private tour of The Royal Yacht Britania

Visit The National Museum of Scotland

Venues

From unique meeting spaces to mind invigorating places, Edinburgh is home to venues that can suit every purpose.

Edinburgh International Conference Centre

Fingal

The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton

Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

The Signet Library

The Balmoral

McEwan Hall

National Galleries Scotland

Green highlights

Edinburgh is a vibrant hub of creative and industrial innovation, attracting some of the brightest minds to take part in and contribute to the sustainable development of the nation. The city has implemented various sustainable practices to meet the ambitious targets of the Scottish Government’s plan in achieving Net Zero by 2045, including extensive bus and tram networks, implementation of Low Emission Zones, green building practices, and investing in renewable energy.

Net Zero Edinburgh

Edinburgh Climate Comission

Edinburgh Climate Compact

Smart Cities by Scottish Cities Alliance

National Museum of Scotland, Science and Technology galleries

Key sectors

Edinburgh has been an international centre of learning since the renaissance, a financial services hub since the 17th century, and a centre for science and technology since the industrial revolution. Today, Edinburgh continues to pioneer in these fields, leading the world in Life Science research, Fin-Tech, and the development of renewable energy solutions.

Edinburgh & The Lothians