Location: New Town
Top Things to do in New Town
Things to do in Edinburgh, Scotland: The Best Fun Activities & Games
Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city, renowned for its heritage, culture and festivals.
Take a long walk around the centre to explore the World Heritage Sites of the Old Town and New Town, as well as all the area’s museums and galleries. Then stop for a delicious meal made from fresh Scottish produce before heading out to take in one of Edinburgh’s many events — including the famous summer festivals of culture, or the Winter Festivals of music, light and ceilidhs.
Restaurants in Edinburgh
1. Exit Plan Edinburgh
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 510 reviews
Exit Plan Edinburgh is a live escape game located in the centre of Scotland's capital city. A team of between 2 - 7 people will be locked into one of our immersive game areas consisting of multiple rooms. You will have 60 minutes to try to escape by finding clues and solving puzzles. Think creatively and work as a team to escape in time. Fun for all ages!
Reviewed By G5853RDrachel - Montrose, United Kingdom
We booked all 3 rooms for a large hen party, 17 of us all together and it we all loved it! For some of us it was our first escape room experience and it was great fun, the different themed rooms were fantastic and the staff were so friendly and helpful. It’s also in a great central location in Edinburgh. Would definitely recommend
2. Edinburgh Chihuahua Cafe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 229 reviews
Combining two of life’s simple pleasures – cake and dogs. Our interactive animal experience allows you to take time to relax and indulge in some very rewarding company. Book a session and, once inside, our resident Chihuahuas will be roaming freely amongst guests for you to pet, cuddle, play with, take photos or simply observe and enjoy. We’re excited to meet you and welcome you in to our pack!
Reviewed By hrosecl - Lincoln, United Kingdom
Had a great time at the café with some flatmates! I missed my dog back at home having just moved to Edinburgh so this was the perfect experience, the dogs were adorable and very friendly and the staff were great too! It was a really relaxed environment and you can tell the dogs enjoy it too, it’s a unique experience (as most cafés usually have cats) and I’d 100% recommend it to anyone!
3. Escape Hunt Edinburgh
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 602 reviews
Experience the most exciting escape rooms in Edinburgh. Escape Hunt Edinburgh features 5-star rated escape rooms, a luxury lounge and VIP amenities. Get locked in and let the adrenaline flow as you race against time to crack the clues and escape the room. Great fun for groups, team building, corporate events, families or a night out with friends. Our expert staff can help you create an exciting and memorable birthday party, group event, company away day and more. Escape Hunt is the global leader in escape room games with locations worldwide. Book online and step up to the challenge at Escape Hunt Edinburgh.
Reviewed By FionaB_11
We did the Wild West room as a family of 4 and it was great fun as there was something for everyone to get involved in.Kyle was super fun as well and all staff helped to make this a great experience.
4. The Stand Comedy Club
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 586 reviews
Intimate purpose-built comedy club open 7 nights a week.
Reviewed By luxetrip
So fortunate that the Fringe Fest was going on when we visited Edinburgh. As such, we were able to buy tickets online at the Stand Comedy Club where we got to immensely enjoy four wonderful and hilarious comedians that were the club's pick of the Fringe! All comedians engaged the wonderful crowd. Great venue!
5. Gilded Balloon Basement
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 25 reviews
Gilded Balloon Basement is Edinburgh's freshest venue for comedy, theatre & music. Our weekly line up offering The Comedy Show has the best line ups in Edinburgh every Friday & Saturday night. Trust us - we've been doing this for over 35 years! The bar is stocked, the acts are ready - come on down!
Reviewed By Edingalxoxo
Went to see the weekly Comedy Show here in mid-Jan. It's a perfect place for a comedy gig - feels intimate with a really amazing atmosphere. Staff were friendly and helpful, and drinks very reasonable. Great show with hilarious acts too. Great night!
6. Genting Casino York Place
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 27 reviews
Edinburgh is one of the most incredible cities in the world for a night out, but for something truly authentic, visit Genting Casino York Place, to see one of the oldest Casinos in Scotland. Genting York Place, offers all of your favourite casino games including American Roulette, Blackjack, Three Card Poker and Electronic Roulette, and is set right in the heart of Edinburgh.
7. Momentum VR
Overall Ratings
1.0 based on 1 reviews
We are a virtual reality experience provider. We run cutting edge equipment including cable free HTC Vive so you get the best, most fully immersive experience possible.
8. The City Workshop Edinburgh
I'm Tamar and I have been teaching art and design for 14 years! I founded The City Workshop Edinburgh as I want to bring the joy of art and craft making to as many people as I can. I teach classes where the experience of making and creating is just as important as the final product.
