Location: West End
Top Things to do in West End
Top 5 Concerts & Shows in West End, Scotland
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. Traverse Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
The Traverse is Scotland’s new writing theatre. Formed in 1963 by a group of passionate theatre enthusiasts, the Traverse was founded to extend the spirit of the Edinburgh festivals throughout the year. Today, under Artistic Director Orla O’Loughlin, the Traverse nurtures emerging talent, produces award-winning new plays and offers a curated programme of the best work from the UK and beyond, spanning theatre, dance, performance, music and spoken word. The Traverse has launched the careers of some of the UK’s most celebrated writers – David Greig, David Harrower and Zinnie Harris – and continues to discover and support new voices – Stef Smith, Morna Pearson, Gary McNair and Rob Drummond. With two custom-built and versatile theatre spaces, the Traverse’s home in Edinburgh’s city centre is a powerhouse of vibrant new work for, and of, our time. Every August, it holds an iconic status as the theatrical heart of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Outside the theatre walls, it runs an extensive engagement programme, offering audiences of all ages and backgrounds the opportunity to explore, create and develop. Further afield, the Traverse frequently tours internationally and engages in exchanges and partnerships – most recently in Quebec, New Zealand and South Korea.
2. The Lyceum Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By ContentsMayDiffer - Rosyth, United Kingdom
Superb show with emotive performances from the whole car. Some delightful contemporary nods as well a few Edinburghcentric Easter eggs. Ebeneezer. Scroggie would approve. Particular kudos for the puppeteers. A joyful experience in a glorious theatre.
3. Usher Hall
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 366 reviews
Unique concert hall in the heart of Edinburgh. Music, comedy, award ceremonies, hospitality and more. Celebrating 100 years in 2014
Reviewed By RCS3rd - Wellesley, United States
Usher Hall built in 1914 is an old style concert hall with great acoustics. It is said to hold over 2000 people. This sculptured dome building, has a new modern glass wing attached to the right side, which houses the bar and cafe on the ground floor. We heard Shostakovich’s Symphony #9 and a fantastic Rachmaninoff piano concerto no 3 with pianist Vadym Kholodenko. We had seats on the floor level, stalls, close to the stage, the next time we would buy tickets further back or in the Grand Circle to be able to see the whole orchestra.
4. The Rat Pack Piano Bar
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 127 reviews
Reviewed By leekarlm
Great place to go for cocktails , piano guy class act . Great bar , staff good , door staff friendly .
5. Odeon Cinema
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 34 reviews
