Edinburgh’s christening venues are as charming as the Royal Mile and as warm as a Highland welcome. Whether you’re after a grand Georgian hall for a family gathering, a cosy space tucked near Arthur’s Seat, or a bright room for tea and cake after the ceremony, it’s easy to find the perfect spot. Want on-site catering, buggy-friendly access, or a space with a garden for those all-important photos? You’ll find them all here. Get ready to make memories in the heart of Edinburgh!
Booking costs of christening venues average £40 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 July 2026:
| From £30 | to £45 | per person |
| From £500 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £250 | to £1400 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated July 2026), the best options include:
The Speakeasy at The Voodoo Rooms
in New Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Communication was amazing and the venue was brilliant!’
Jig Room at Granary
in Leith - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Everybody had a fantastic time, myself included - highly recommend!’
The Fettercairn Suite at The Scotsman Hotel
in Old Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘I liked the decoration of the tables and the rooms too. The operator, bartender and server were excellent.’
You'll find christening 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 (July 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £750 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 120 guests | prices average £700 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average £1400 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of July 2026), users looking for christening venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Function Room | prices average £750 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 170 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 140 and 300 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £750 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 80 guests |
Page last updated in July 2026
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