A convergence point for the city's aspirant music, art and club scenes, the Bohemian Bongo moved to the former Edinburgh University students' union building in 2003. More or...
37 Holyrood RoadThis brick-lined basement space makes the most of the enthusiastic local support for innovative new music, providing the shot in the arm that the city's music circuit has...
36 Blair StreetThough it's mostly used for corporate parties, one-off themed nights and, in August, Fringe shows, this atmospheric, vaulted venue under the Old Town's South Bridge is...
12 Niddry Street SouthThis nightclub-and-bars complex on Victoria Street extends over five levels. The upper storeys house the Lizard Lounge bar, the middle level contains the Moroccan-themed...
4 India BuildingsLuvely is where serious clubbers go to have fun, drawn by the mix of funky house and harder-edged tunes from the US. Every month the party has a different dress theme, such as...
9c Victoria StreetMassa is still one of the more popular watering holes for weekenders who don't pick their clubs by genres. Admission is normally cheap, and drinks won't break the bank.
36-39 Market StreetTaste is gay-friendly rather than exclusively gay, which makes for a better night out all round. Whether you like your house music deep, American or just plain ready-salted,...
9c Victoria Street