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Edinburgh, with its rich history and vibrant cultural scene, offers a diverse range of conference venues suited for professional gatherings. From modern facilities equipped with the latest technology to historic settings that inspire creativity, Edinburgh caters to all types of corporate events. Consider accessibility, technological needs, and capacity when choosing the perfect venue in this iconic city.

Edinburgh is well connected by air, road, rail and sea, making it easy to get to from anywhere in the world.

TRANSPORT

From Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the city is full of iconic landmarks.

LANDMARKS

Edinburgh is known for its festivals, museums and galleries, and is home to some of Scotland’s most famous writers and artists.

CULTURE

Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland, is a beautiful and historic city with plenty to offer. The city is home to a number of world-renowned festivals, including the Edinburgh Fringe, the Edinburgh International Festival and the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Edinburgh is also a popular destination for business events, with a number of conference and exhibition centres. The city has a great selection of hotels, restaurants and bars, making it the perfect place to host an event.

Edinburgh

The United Kingdom has an excellent transport infrastructure, with a wide variety of options for getting around.

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, from Big Ben to Stonehenge.

The United Kingdom has a rich cultural heritage, with a wide variety of traditional music, art and cuisine.

The United Kingdom is a country in northwestern Europe, off the coast of France. It is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK has a long and rich history, and its culture has been influenced by many different peoples and nations. The UK is a leading economic and political power, and is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. The UK is an excellent place to hold an event, with a variety of world-class venues and a wealth of experience in hosting events of all kinds.

United Kingdom

Discover top Conference Venues in Edinburgh. Ideal for corporate events, these venues blend modern facilities with historic charm.

Conference Venues in Edinburgh

Conference Venues

Fifth-floor conference space with Edinburgh Castle views and balcony, accommodating up to 120 reception or 100 theatre-style, from £500 daily.

Fifth floor flexible space with a balcony overlooking Edinburgh Castle, Heights at Apex Grassmarket Hotel is the perfect venue for your next business event. Accommodating up to 120 guests, this modern conference space offers a unique blend of elegance and functionality. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and access to luxury amenities, including a swimming pool and gym. With seven versatile conference rooms available, you can tailor your event to meet your specific needs. Located in the heart of Edinburgh, the hotel provides easy access to local attractions and chargeable car parking for your convenience. Elevate your business meetings and events at Heights, where stunning views and exceptional service come together.

Elegant dining area at Apex Grassmarket Hotel with castle view for weddings and events.

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Elegant dining setup at Apex Grassmarket Hotel for formal events, showcasing polished glassware.

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Business

Heights

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel - Heights

Historic Scottish country house hotel 10 minutes from Edinburgh Airport with 14 conference rooms, up to 120 delegates, from £29 per person including catering.

On your special wedding day, everything simply has to be perfect - and with our experienced wedding co-ordinators you are in safe hands. From the moment you get in touch we will help take care of all the details from cars to caviar, and from flowers to photographs. To make planning that bit easier, the Garden Suite has floor to ceiling windows and is licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships, as well as humanist and religious ceremonies.

Elegant banquet setting in Norton House Hotel & Spa for corporate events and celebrations.

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Elegant banquet hall at Norton House Hotel, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Garden Suite at Norton House Hotel, elegant chairs and red carpet for weddings and events.

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Wedding

Weddings

Garden Suite

Norton House Hotel & Spa

Historic 1860s West End hotel near Haymarket station. Palmerston Suite seats 80 theatre-style, 60 dining. Private bar, interconnecting rooms. From £500 daily.

The Palmerston suite is situated on the ground floor and connects to the Lansdowne and Roseberry suites.   The suite can accommodate up to 50 guests for private dining and there is a fully stocked private bar within the room.  There is a portable dance floor which can be used within this room for more intimate parties. 

Elegant banquet space in Palmerston Suite, Grosvenor Hotel, ideal for weddings and upscale events.

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Palmerston Suite at Grosvenor Hotel, elegant event space for weddings and corporate events.

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Dining 

Palmerston Suite 

Edinburgh Grosvenor Hotel

Historic Scotsman Hotel's Glenfiddich Suite: 160-capacity theatre-style conference space with private heated terrace, wood panelling, HD screens, from £500 daily hire.

The hugely flexible Glenfiddich Suite has been newly designed and built, making it one of the most adaptable and well finished private event spaces in the city. It benefits from an engineered timber floor and classic wood panelling in a neutral finish. Immediately adjacent, this suite also benefits from it’s own unique outdoor terrace. Concealed entirely from the hustle and bustle of the streets outside, it has its own weather proof roofing system and is fully heated, making it the perfect space to break away and take a breather.

Glenfiddich Suite, Scotsman Hotel: stylish outdoor space for meetings and events.

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Glenfiddich Suite outdoor event space with stylish seating for networking and gatherings.

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Glenfiddich Suite outdoor meeting space with lush greenery, ideal for networking events.

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Events

The Glenfiddich Suite

Scotsman Hotel Edinburgh

300-capacity Georgian hotel gallery with divisible acoustic panels, ideal for conferences in Edinburgh's historic Charlotte Square from £600 daily.

The Gallery is the largest of the event spaces at the hotel, with room for up 
to 350 guests. A sliding wall of acoustic panels means that it can be divided into two smaller rooms, each of which has a separate reception space for welcome drinks, registration and breaks.

Stylish bar at Kimpton Charlotte Square, perfect for networking events and cocktail receptions.

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Versatile meeting room with round tables, ideal for workshops and conferences.

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The Gallery

Kimpton Charlotte Square

1,200-capacity raked-seating auditorium at Edinburgh's premier conference centre, near Haymarket station. State-of-the-art AV, flexible staging, air conditioning. £7,000 

The Pentland Auditorium, with raked-seating for up to 1,200, is an exceptional performance space that offers a captivating environment for arts events, conferences, and presentations. Located in the heart of Edinburgh, the auditorium features flexible modular staging and innovative lighting options, allowing you to create a unique stage that will impress your audience. With state-of-the-art sound and lighting technology, in-house production support, and air conditioning, every event is tailored for success. The venue also includes a goods hoist lift for seamless stage access and ample storage facilities. Experience the perfect blend of modern amenities and a central location, making the Pentland Auditorium an ideal choice for your next event in Scotland's vibrant capital.

Pentland Auditorium with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and gala events.

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Pentland Auditorium event setup with speaker, audience, and vibrant lighting.

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Pentland Auditorium with tiered purple seating, ideal for conferences and events.

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Pentland Auditorium setup for a conference with elegant stage and AV support.

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Arts

Pentland Auditorium

Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)

Edinburgh International Conference Centre

Historic Georgian library in Edinburgh's Old Town with soaring classical ceilings, seating up to 120 theatre-style, from £70 per delegate including lunch.

Impress delegates in the magnificent Upper Library. Your Signet Library conference will benefit from modern facilities you expect of an Edinburgh conference venue while the impressive, historic architectural features, ornate cornices and soaring classical ceiling will be an inspiration for attendees and make a refreshing change from the norm.

Elegant Upper Library in Signet Library, ideal for upscale receptions and formal dinners.

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Elegant Upper Library in Signet Library, ideal for conferences and formal gatherings.

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Upper library

Signet Library

Georgian hotel in Edinburgh's New Town with naturally-lit conference rooms for 20-180 delegates, overlooking Waterloo Place from £450 daily venue hire.

This multi-functional room is ideal for drinks,
private dining, meetings or interviews. Overlooking
Waterloo Place, the Calton can accommodate up to
70 guests.

Georgian features make this impressive room perfect for intimate weddings or theatre-style presentations.

Modern meeting room at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel, perfect for conferences and workshops.

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Elegant meeting room with orchid centerpiece, perfect for corporate events and retreats.

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Elegant meeting room with orchids at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel for professional gatherings.

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Meeting room at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel with round tables for professional gatherings.

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Calton meeting space at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel with sleek chairs and natural light.

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Calton

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Professional boardrooms for up to 40 delegates in central Edinburgh with audio-visual facilities, superfast WiFi, and 24/7 access from £50 per hour.

The Three Boardrooms at Nexus Business Space offer a professional and well-equipped environment for meetings, conferences, and corporate events. With audio-visual and conference facilities, these boardrooms are suitable for formal discussions, presentations, and team meetings. The breakout zones with comfy sofas and great connectivity provide space for informal discussions and team get-togethers. The in-house cafe offers delicious, freshly made soups, sandwiches, pastries, and great coffee, ensuring that all catering needs are met. The boardrooms are fully furnished and equipped with superfast bandwidth, WIFI & Ethernet, data & telecoms, and telephone line/hardware rental. Additionally, the boardrooms provide secure car parking, full kitchen facilities, tea, coffee, purified water, 24/7 access, high-level security, and cleaning services. The flexible license agreement and the option to up-size or down-size make it convenient for businesses to use these boardrooms for their events and meetings.

Three Boardrooms in Nexus Business Space with large wooden table for meetings and presentations.

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Three Boardrooms in Nexus Business Space with large windows, ideal for meetings and workshops.

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Modern boardrooms with blue accents for collaborative meetings and events.

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Modern boardroom with oval table, ideal for productive meetings and brainstorming sessions.

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Three Boardrooms

Nexus Business Space

Historic Assembly Rooms with crystal chandeliers and gold leaf décor, ideal for conferences up to 400 theatre-style, from £5,000 daily hire.

The Under Balcony Area at Assembly Rooms Edinburgh is a versatile space suitable for a variety of events and meetings. With a sloped ceiling and an area of 115.5m², this space offers a unique and intimate setting for gatherings. The space can accommodate different setups, including theatre style, banquet, cabaret, stand-up reception, and classroom style. It is well-suited for events with up to 100 guests and offers a charming ambiance for memorable occasions. The West Balcony Suite is a timeless and elegant space within the Assembly Rooms, offering a versatile setting for a wide range of events. With enormous crystal chandeliers, gleaming gold leaf, and grand gilt mirrors, the space exudes a sense of history and tradition while incorporating the latest technology. The suite is suitable for conferences, seminars, presentations, AGMs, exhibitions, dinners, dances, arena events, fashion shows, launches, trade fairs, ceilidhs, galas, balls, concerts, performances, and weddings. The West Balcony Suite provides a stunning blank canvas with a light-filled ambiance, making it ideal for receptions, dinners, dances, conferences, seminars, catering areas, launches, trade fairs, ceilidhs, galas, balls, concerts, performances, poster sessions, weddings, and exhibitions. The space is also complemented by smaller rooms for more intimate events, and the venue offers full support, expertise, advice, and guidance to ensure that events run smoothly. The catering options include a panel of approved caterers, each offering a unique and high-quality hospitality experience.

Under-balcony event space with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and performances.

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Under-balcony event space with elegant drapery, ideal for corporate events and gatherings.

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Under-balcony space

Assembly Rooms

750-capacity auditorium in Edinburgh city centre with flexible breakout rooms, high-spec AV facilities, and 600sqm exhibition space from £12 per person.

The Auditorium at Central Venues is an exceptional space with a capacity of over 750 people. It is suitable for conferences, weddings, concerts, and other large events. The venue offers multiple flexible breakout spaces, making it a versatile choice for various types of gatherings. With over 600sqm of exhibition space and production services available, the Auditorium is well-equipped to host a wide range of events. The venue is operated by Central, a church based in Edinburgh, and is dedicated to providing a memorable and successful experience for event organizers and delegates. Situated in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre, the Auditorium is easily accessible and offers a prime location for conferences, concerts, and functions.

Packed auditorium with dynamic lighting for a large-scale networking event.

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Elegant auditorium with grand stage, ideal for conferences and performances.

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Historic auditorium with tiered seating, ideal for conferences and lectures.

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Spacious auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and events in Central Venues.

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Spacious auditorium with flexible seating for presentations and events in Central Venues.

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Auditorium

Central Venues

Historic 144-seat lecture theatre with sloped seating, air-conditioning and in-house AV technician. Perfect for educational conferences in Edinburgh's New Town from £1,40

Once the Society’s library, our converted bright, air-conditioned lecture theatre creates the perfect atmosphere for learning.

Your delegates will enjoy streamlined, sloped seating, guaranteeing unobstructed views of the stage, and a well-appointed AV control booth, with support from our in-house technician to ensure seamlessness and quality event production.

A perfect blend of atmosphere, functionality and comfort makes this space an ideal hub for your educational event.

Wolfson Lecture Theatre, historic venue for gala dinners and networking events in Edinburgh.

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Wolfson Lecture Theatre, Royal Society of Edinburgh, ideal for conferences and seminars.

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Wolfson Lecture Theatre, spacious conference room with skylights for seminars and events.

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Wolfson Lecture Theatre 

 The Royal Society of Edinburgh

200-seat auditorium with full AV suite in Edinburgh's Old Town, ideal for conferences. Includes South Hall for breakouts, from £5,000 daily.

The Auditorium Complex at the National Museum of Scotland provides comprehensive facilities for conferencing, presentations, and performances. It includes a 200-seat Auditorium with a full suite of audiovisual equipment. The hire also includes exclusive use of the South Hall Gallery and Events Space, offering convenient spaces for breakout sessions, catering, and exhibitions. The space is suitable for a wide range of events, from intimate private dining and weddings to conferences and awards ceremonies. The versatile setting ensures an unforgettable event, surrounded by history and dramatic objects from the museum's collection.

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Auditorium Complex

National Museum of Scotland

Historic university campus ideal for academic conferences, up to 200 theatre-style or 300 reception, with modern AV facilities from £33 per person daily.

Central Campus at The University of Edinburgh is an ideal space for hosting events, meetings, and social gatherings. The campus offers a vibrant and welcoming environment for students and visitors. With a range of facilities available, including modern event spaces, meeting rooms, and social areas, Central Campus is suitable for a variety of events such as workshops, seminars, networking events, and social gatherings. The campus is conveniently located and provides easy access to student services and support facilities, making it a convenient choice for hosting events and meetings.

Central Campus, University of Edinburgh: elegant courtyard for events and conferences.

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Historic University of Edinburgh venue with stunning architecture for events and meetings.

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Historic University of Edinburgh venue with grand architecture for elegant events.

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Central Campus courtyard at The University of Edinburgh, ideal for networking events and receptions.

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Central Campus at The University of Edinburgh, historic venue for outdoor events.

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Central Campus

The University of Edinburgh

300-capacity theatre beneath Edinburgh's iconic landmark dome, ideal for conferences with breakout spaces. Recent quotes from £72 per delegate including catering and AV s

The flexibility of this space makes it ideal for conferences that require a breakout area or private dinners and weddings. Equipped with the latest technology and supported by a professional events team, the historic and picturesque surroundings will add uniqueness and value to your event.


BIOSPHERE event venue with modern design, ideal for conferences and presentations.

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Modern event venue BIOSPHERE with tent-like canopy, ideal for indoor and outdoor events.

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BIOSPHERE event space with round tables, ideal for corporate meetings and conferences.

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BIOSPHERE event space with coffee station, ideal for networking and collaboration.

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BIOSPHERE

Dynamic Earth

Modern conference studio in St James Quarter accommodating up to 60 theatre-style with inbuilt AV, natural daylight, from £85 per delegate including catering.

Creative in approach and innovative in design, we'll engage and energize your guests at Studio 3, W Edinburgh. This stunning dining space offers breathtaking 360-degree views of Edinburgh, including iconic castle vistas, creating an unforgettable backdrop for any event. With natural daylight flooding the room, your guests will feel invigorated. Enjoy exclusive use of our Chef's Table for a unique culinary experience, or host intimate gatherings on our outdoor terraces. The inbuilt AV and sound suite ensure seamless presentations, while our renowned SUSHISAMBA private dining room elevates your dining experience with inspired flavors. Whether you're planning a corporate meeting or a social celebration, Studio 3 at W Edinburgh promises an extraordinary atmosphere that reflects the vibrant spirit of Scotland's capital. Let us make your event unforgettable with our signature Whatever/Whenever® service.

Modern meeting room in W Edinburgh with ergonomic chairs for corporate events.

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Modern event space in W Edinburgh with high-top tables for networking and gatherings.