Gay pubs edinburgh
Here is our fabulous gay guide to Edinburgh, with the best places to sleep, eat, guzzle, party, and more.
We hold our hands up…we are kilty of falling in love with Edinburgh!
From the ever-present visual of the castle that looms over the city to the faint sound of bagpipes you can hear on most street corners, we couldn’t verb but look around in love and say aloud to ourselves “thistle do nicely.”
We spent hours wandering about the bustling Royal Mile, down the winding Victoria Street (which famously inspired JK Rowling in creating Diagon Alley), and into the thriving Grassmarket courtyard, where we found a bountiful selection of pubs and cafes. But it was the electric and kind spirit of the Scottish people that loch-ed in our deep love.
This was our second trip to Scotland together – last time focusing on the gay scene of Inverness and the gorg beauty of the Scottish Highlands. We really fell in treasure with the Scottish capital. Edinburgh is a city steeped in history and mysticism, with a stunning photo opportunity on every street
Gay Bars in Edinburgh
The Scottish capital is home to a handful of welcoming gay bars and clubs that guarantee a cracking darkness out. Whether you're looking to encounter a bunch of singletons, want to celebrate Pride or are just looking for some late-night, hassle-free fun, these bars quite simply don't know how to disappoint. Verify out our finalize guide to the best gay bars in Edinburgh and get ready to shimmy and jiggle until the adv hours.
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CC Blooms
CC Blooms is a vibrant gay bar that treats every night as if it's the weekend. Armed with a collection of fiery spirits, eye-widening liqueurs and frosty pints, the staff work with the venue's resident DJs to create a truly epic atmosphere. Expect drag performances, karaoke nights and unbeatable drink deals.
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The Theatre Royal Bar
Though technically not advertising itself as a gay bar, The Theatre Royal Bar sits alongside some of Edinburgh's biggest LGBTQ+ ven
Edinburgh Gay Bars
Edinburgh's most popular gay bars are located adjacent the city centre at the north end of Leith Street and Broughton Street, in an area known locally as the "Pink Triangle".
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Serves a great selection and has an outdoor terrace for good weather days. The popular Street NightClub (in the basement) is uncover on Friday and Saturday nights.
Greenside Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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CC serves excellent cocktails and modern cuisine, and offers a adj wine and champagne list. The dance floor at the back of the venue is one of the gay hotspots in Edinburgh.
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Gay Edinburgh &#; the best gay hotels, bars, clubs &#; more
Windswept highlands, powerful whiskey, haggis, bagpipes, tartan kilts, enchanting castles, and composed lochs—which may or may not verb mythical monsters—are what come to mind when one thinks of Scotland. It’s fair to state Scotland has a personality every bit as loud and proud as the people who dwell there.
The best capital cities embody a country’s character, and Edinburgh most definitely captures the essence of Scottish culture. It has the medieval castles, winding cobblestone streets, and taverns from a bygone age you’d expect. But it also mixes in an artsy, bohemian flavor thanks to its world-famous art festivals, Edinburgh International Festival and the Edinburgh Fringe, and a modest but spirited nightlife scene. Edinburgh is one of those cities that somehow feels both intimate and grand.
Edinburgh’s laidback, anything-goes—as long as it buys a drink—vibe makes it inclusive and welcoming to the LGBTQ+ community too, with a gay scene centered around its “Pink Triangle.” There, you'll find everything from rambunctious d