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Top Outdoor Event Spaces in Edinburgh
Outdoor venues for hire in Edinburgh are perfect for various events, from fairytale weddings to corporate gatherings. Imagine saying your vows in the shadow of Arthur's Seat or hosting a ceilidh in the lush gardens of the Royal Botanic Garden. From the medieval Old Town to the elegant Georgian New Town, Edinburgh's outdoor spaces will suit your event. Whether you're looking for a grand open-air dining room, a rooftop, garden or a patio, Tagvenue makes discovering the perfect outdoor venue in Edinburgh as easy as a pie. With options ranging from luxurious estate grounds to intimate terraces, your ideal outdoor event space in Edinburgh awaits.
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![Courtyard at The Three Sisters in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £250
hire fee / per afternoonCheck availabilityCourtyard
50 guestsThe Three SistersOld Town, EdinburghCCharlie R.
“Had a great experience from start to finish through booking with Emma-Rose.” -
![The Champagne Terrace at Carberry Tower Mansion House & Estate in Near Edinburgh]()
from £350
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Champagne Terrace
150 guestsCarberry Tower Mansion House & EstateNear EdinburghSet within the landscaped grounds of Carberry Tower, the Champagne Terrace and Rose Garden provide a stylish and versatile outdoor setting for corporate social events and private celebrations. -
![Combined Fettercairn & Jura at The Scotsman Hotel in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCombined Fettercairn & Jura
230 guestsThe Scotsman HotelOld Town, EdinburghGGayle H.
“The rooms were gorgeous. Loved having the linked Fettercairn Suite and the more relaxed Garden Suite.” -
![The Roseate Garden at The Roseate Edinburgh in Haymarket, Edinburgh]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Roseate Garden
80 guestsThe Roseate EdinburghHaymarket, EdinburghEErica M.
“Martyna is an excellent coordinator and those who served during the event were spectacular and very friendly.” -
![Patio at 1802 Lounge & Grill in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPatio
40 guests1802 Lounge & GrillNew Town, EdinburghThe Patio is a great choice for medium-sized events. It has a capacity of 40, and with a flexible layout, it will make a great spot for meetings with friends, family gatherings, and the like. -
![Terrace at The Place Hotel in Broughton, Edinburgh]()
from £700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTerrace
180 guestsThe Place HotelBroughton, Edinburgh
#Supervenue
SSmall B.
“Excellent modern room in good location in central Edinburgh with ability to open the windows.” -
![The Terrace at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £14
per person / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Terrace
50 guestsCourtyard by Marriott EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghAAndres A.
“Food, service and booking process with Jennifer has been more than great.” -
![The Fettercairn Suite at The Scotsman Hotel in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Fettercairn Suite
180 guestsThe Scotsman HotelOld Town, EdinburghAAndrea N.
“Very good food and drink and the rooms were great. I liked the decoration of the tables and the rooms too.” -
![Club Prive Conservatory at The Roseate Edinburgh in Haymarket, Edinburgh]()
from £275
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityClub Prive Conservatory
15 guestsThe Roseate EdinburghHaymarket, EdinburghLLouise M.
“The venue itself was gorgeous and we felt so lucky to feel like we had the whole place to ourselves.” -
![Beer Garden at The Pakora Bar in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBeer Garden
50 guestsThe Pakora BarOld Town, EdinburghIt is in the middle of the city that the beer garden of the Pakora Bar is a wind-swept outdoor area. It is breezy and welcoming because of the long wooden benches, brightly colored picnic tables, and plenty of greenery. -
![Exclusive Use at Carberry Tower Mansion House & Estate in Near Edinburgh]()
from £6699
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityExclusive Use
180 guestsCarberry Tower Mansion House & EstateNear EdinburghWe offer a range of versatile event spaces, including traditional rooms within the main house and larger function areas designed to accommodate everything from intimate meetings to large-scale gatherings. -
![The Bothy at The Murrayfield Hotel in Murrayfield, Edinburgh]()
from £32
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Bothy
50 guestsThe Murrayfield HotelMurrayfield, EdinburghZZebib K.
“Our event was a wonderfully smooth, relaxing, and well organized.”
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The cost of outdoor venues averages around £800 minimum spend per event. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £500 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £400 | to £2500 | hire fee per day |
| From £20 | to £40 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
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The Terrace at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh in New Town - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘great venue, central and good size room for the number of delegates we had. Attentive staff, great service...’ -
Terrace at The Place Hotel in Broughton - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We hired the Broughton Suite for 40 guests, cabaret style for a research outreach workshop event.’ -
Combined Fettercairn & Jura at The Scotsman Hotel in Old Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Amazing service, amazing venue, private loos and bar, private outside space. Space hire great value.’
You'll find outdoor 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 (May 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 140 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £2500 hire fee per day |
These are the venues within 0.4 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Geddes Room at Riddle's Court
on 322 Lawnmarket - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Lovely place to have my wedding...’ -
The AU Lounge at Le Monde Hotel
on 16 George Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Excellent location for a party of 15-20 people, had loads of space...’ -
Courtyard at The Three Sisters
on 139 Cowgate - 0.4 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Awesome venue, did karaoke and were able to play our own music.’
Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for outdoor venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Hotel | prices average £700 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Terrace | prices average £700 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 180 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 70 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £500 hire fee per day | typically between 40 and 200 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £1200 hire fee per day | typically between 50 and 200 guests |
Absolutely! In Edinburgh, where the weather can be as unpredictable as a game of shinty, having a plan B is crucial for any event. Fear not, though, as most outdoor venues are kitted out with cozy indoor alternatives. Picture this: a sudden drizzle starts, and you're whisked away under elegant marquees or covered roofs, keeping the fun going without a hitch. Or, if the heavens really open, you'll be welcomed into charming indoor spaces. Pro tip: confirm these arrangements with the venue manager when booking your preferred location.
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