Curator’s statement
When I'm not globetrotting, I'm a theatrical producer working on Broadway and the West End. Edinburgh in August is one of the most exciting places in the world to experience culture amidst the world's largest arts festival. Pack your sense of adventure - and an umbrella - and be prepared to 'fill yer boots!'
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Things to do in Edinburgh
Experience the unexpected from one of the top four Fringe venues, Underbelly, Assembly, Pleasance or Gilded Balloon.
See a play at Edinburgh's premiere new writing theatre The Traverse.
Celebrate the world's premiere artists at the Edinburgh International Festival.
Spend a day at Summerhall, a former veterinary college which is now a year-round arts space and business incubator. Don't forget to have a Barney's Beer or Pickerings Gin, both made on premises.
Feel like royalty at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo — VIP and Hospitality packages available.
Attend the UK's largest visual arts festival, the EAF
Attend the Edinburgh International Book Festival, the world-leading festival of words, literature and ideas.
Get your food and drink on at the Edinburgh Food Festivals in George Square Gardens, the heart of the Festival Fringe.
Curated entertainment package including inside access from theatre professionals.
Day trips
Day trips throughout Scotland can be added to your itinerary with Rabbies (our preferred local partner) or with a private guide and driver.
Places to eat & drink in Edinburgh
Feel a sense of history at the Witchery at the Castle.
Enjoy your meal with a spectacular view at The Outsider.
Both the cocktails and food are exquisite at Devil's Advocate, nestled snugly in Advocate's Close.
Admire the spectacular architecture with dinner, drinks or high tea at the Dome.
Feel at home with a meal somewhere only a local would find at Under The Stairs.
Edinburgh has become a fantastic city to enjoy cocktails with incredible spots to imbibe including Panda & Sons, Brable Bar and Lounge and Hey Palu.
Speaking of drinks no trip to Edinburgh is complete without a tasting at the Scotch Malt Whiskey Society.
While at the Festival dine in a warehouse that was once a prop and costume store The Timberyard.
And - in a city filled with incredible places to eat and drink - my absolute favorite restaurant in Edinburgh is the cozy Bon Vivant!
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This guide is part of our ongoing series on travel to Edinburgh. Looking for more travel inspiration? Check out my guide, London's West End: Theatre, Culture and Cuisine.