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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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![The Roseate Garden at The Roseate Edinburgh in Haymarket, Edinburgh]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Roseate Garden
80 guestsThe Roseate EdinburghHaymarket, Edinburgh
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RRory C.
“Brilliant venue with outdoor space. The tent and heaters were great when it got a little bit chilly later on.” -
![Patio at 1802 Lounge & Grill in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPatio
40 guests1802 Lounge & GrillNew Town, EdinburghPatio is a semi-private outdoor space in 1802 Lounge & Grill defined by a long terrace that runs alongside the building. Design: The terrace has a stone-paved floor, black metal railings and a classical stone façade that -
![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.” -
![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 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 EdinburghThe Champagne Terrace is a private outdoor terrace in the Mansion House that provides direct views across the estate's formal gardens. Design: The terrace is a level, open-air paved area that reflects the Mansion House's -
![Terrace at The Place Hotel in Broughton, Edinburgh]()
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTerrace
180 guestsThe Place HotelBroughton, Edinburgh
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SSmall B.
“Excellent modern room in good location in central Edinburgh with ability to open the windows.” -
![Rooftop Terrace at BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh Hotel in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £18
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop Terrace
100 guestsBrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh HotelOld Town, EdinburghBrewDog DogHouse in Holyrood, Edinburgh has a rooftop terrace — a 120 sqm open-air space holding up to 100 guests, seated or standing. The terrace has city views and greenery, with a mix of communal tables, lounge chairs, -
![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.” -
![The Bothy at The Murrayfield Hotel in Murrayfield, Edinburgh]()
from £32
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Bothy
50 guestsThe Murrayfield HotelMurrayfield, EdinburghMMaria M.
“All of me and my partner's request were given very careful consideration and the event itself went smoothly.” -
![Club Prive Conservatory at The Roseate Edinburgh in Haymarket, Edinburgh]()
from £400
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityClub Prive Conservatory
15 guestsThe Roseate EdinburghHaymarket, Edinburgh
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EEvie L.
“The space we hired was ideal for the party as it was private and quiet.” -
![Lounge Area at The Black Bull in Near Edinburgh]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge Area
60 guestsThe Black BullNear EdinburghOur outdoor space on a timber deck provides an open-air practical setting for relaxed socialising. Design: Natural daylight falls across the warm timber decking and dark wood finishes.
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The cost of outdoor venues averages around £500 hire fee per day. 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 £350 | to £2500 | hire fee per day |
| From £500 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £18 | to £50 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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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.’ -
The Roseate Garden at The Roseate Edinburgh in Haymarket - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Brilliant venue with outdoor space.’ -
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 (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average £1700 hire fee per day |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Glass Box at Chaophraya Edinburgh
on 33 Castle Street 4th Floor - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Chaophraya is a Thai restaurant in central Edinburgh, a short walk from Edinburgh Castle and George Street. The restaurant has a rooftop setting with views towards the castle and the Firth of Forth. -
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: ‘The room and location were great...’
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for outdoor venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Terrace | prices average £800 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 150 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £800 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
| Event Venue | prices average £4000 hire fee per day | typically between 20 and 350 guests |
Smaller outdoor venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Beer Garden at The Pakora Bar - garden for 50 guests
Venue said: Features: The space has Wi‑Fi and permits guests to play their own music or bring a DJ. The area receives abundant natural light during the day and has a level outdoor surface. -
The Terrace at Duck & Waffle Edinburgh, rated 5/5 - terrace for 50 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, social standing reception or informal seated drinks in a sheltered outdoor setting. What sets it apart: A coloured patterned glass screen runs along the terrace edge to provide visual... -
Garden at Gigi's Italian Restaurant - terrace for 40 guests
Venue said: Gigi's Italian Restaurant brings famous Italian cuisine and a modern glamour venue to Bonnyrigg. Open to the hire of private spaces, the establishment can cater to hen or stag parties, birthday dinners, receptions, corporate...
Cheap outdoor venues in Edinburgh start from £10 per person or £400 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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The Terrace at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh, from £14 per person (up to 50 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Polite helpful staff Lovely Quiet room Great Value for money...’ -
Club Prive Conservatory at The Roseate Edinburgh, from £400 minimum spend per event (up to 15 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Overall, great value for money and a thoroughly enjoyable event.’ -
Entire Restaurant at Dublin Street Social, from £200 hire fee per day (up to 70 guests standing)
Venue said: A contemporary neighbourhood restaurant defined by an open-plan dining room centred on green-upholstered booth seating. Design: Interior uses warm timber floors, dark-painted joinery and a planted feature above a curved seating...
In Edinburgh, outdoor venues are most commonly booked for 35 to 80 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
| Party | Usually between £350 and £1,000. |
User who booked Ollie's at Ollie's Private Event Space for 90 guests
said: ‘Food was amazing and well enjoyed by guests, space is great for a large crowd and decorated amazingly...’ |
| Wedding | Usually between £400 and £1,000. |
User who booked The Fettercairn Suite at The Scotsman Hotel for 85 guests
said: ‘Despite our late arrival due to plane cancellations!’ |
| Baby Shower | Usually between £200 and £300. |
User who booked Club Prive Conservatory at The Roseate Edinburgh for 9 guests
said: ‘The setting of the venue was ideal as easy to reach as central location near Haymarket.’ |
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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