The main event’s over but in Edinburgh, the real stories start after midnight. Down stone staircases off the Royal Mile or behind unmarked doors in New Town, you’ll find after party venues built for late laughs, louder tunes, and one last round or three. Maybe it’s a ceilidh crowd that’s not done dancing, a conference crew swapping lanyards for lagers, or a gig night that deserves a whisky-soaked finale. Scroll down, your next chapter kicks off here.
Booking costs of after party venues average £30 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data from November 2025:
| From £20 | to £45 | per person |
| From £399 | to £1200 | minimum spend per event |
| From £100 | to £300 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2025), the best options include:
The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar
in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We rented the D'Low for our wedding welcome drinks party, and it was the best decision.’
Whisky Lounge at Hot Toddy
in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I recently booked the Whisky Lounge at Hot Toddy for my birthday party.’
Wee Tap at Hanover Tap, Edinburgh
in New Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Well organised, clear comms, great wee venue for a private party...’
You'll find after party venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Edinburgh, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2025):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average £450 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £180 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 105 guests | prices average £700 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue: