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Top Pop Up Shops in Edinburgh
Edinburgh’s streets have long been a showcase for creativity, from the Old Town’s centuries-old markets to Leith’s thriving independent retail scene. Now, with pop-up spaces available across the city, brands, artists, and entrepreneurs can set up shop in historic buildings, repurposed warehouses, and stylish modern spaces. Whether you need a minimalist gallery in New Town, a cocktail bar that doubles as a retail space, or a boutique venue in the West End, Edinburgh has the perfect spot for your temporary store. Tagvenue helps you find spaces that fit your concept, budget, and foot traffic needs. Explore our top venue picks for pop up shops in Edinburgh.
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![Event Space at Rogue in West End, Edinburgh]()
from £75
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Space
30 guestsRogueWest End, EdinburghFFiona D.
“Lovely owner. Great location. Unique venue. Set in a beautiful flower shop with ornate features.” -
![The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £150
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Other Room
67 guestsDragonfly Cocktail BarOld Town, EdinburghLLucy R.
“Fantastic cosy venue, helpful and accommodating staff, worth the money for the deposit and hire of the venue.” -
![The Gallery at Whitespace Gallery in Pleasance, Edinburgh]()
from £90
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Gallery
60 guestsWhitespace GalleryPleasance, EdinburghWhitespace gallery is a very bright white room ideal for exhibitions, events, and workshops, based in the centre of Edinburgh. The room is an odd shape nine meters in length and tapering in slightly from the window to the -
![Beer Palace at Brewhemia in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBeer Palace
800 guestsBrewhemiaOld Town, EdinburghKKerry-ann M.
“Had all the suitable AV, was funky and quirky, additional space for breakout areas. Staff great to work with.” -
![Entire Venue at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £2000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
187 guestsDragonfly Cocktail BarOld Town, EdinburghLLee B.
“We recently hosted a corporate cocktail reception at this venue and secured the entire space for the event.” -
![The Lounge at Le Monde Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £100
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityThe Lounge
40 guestsLe Monde HotelNew Town, Edinburgh
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LLouise D.
“The space was excellent for a bit of privacy but also having the atmosphere of the bar so close by.” -
![Jamaica Yard at Jamaica Yard in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityJamaica Yard
60 guestsJamaica YardNew Town, EdinburghExclusive use of Edinburgh's best underground venue. Whether you're planning a private gathering or an event open to the public, our space is available for private hire on evenings and weekends. -
![Exhibition Space at Custom Lane in Leith, Edinburgh]()
from £214
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityExhibition Space
60 guestsCustom LaneLeith, EdinburghOur gallery space houses a programme of exhibitions focused around design in all its forms. Our partner programme welcomes organisations for retail pop-ups, product launches and design-oriented exhibitions. -
![Enchanted Haven Studio Space at Little Plaza in Leith, Edinburgh]()
from £25
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEnchanted Haven Studio Space
22 guestsLittle PlazaLeith, EdinburghThis 22 sq m space is flooded with natural light and offers a tranquil view of a serene garden from its west-facing windows. Its "blank canvas" design allows for creative freedom, complemented by three backlit mirrors (100cm -
![Whole entire space at Little Plaza in Leith, Edinburgh]()
from £80
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWhole entire space
80 guestsLittle PlazaLeith, EdinburghThis versatile 120-square-meter co-working space is designed to accommodate various needs, including a dedicated kids' play cafe area, a separate studio room, and a large outdoor patio that is not included in the indoor space -
![Entire Venue at The Tower | Portobello in Portobello, Edinburgh]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
15 guestsThe Tower | PortobelloPortobello, EdinburghFirst stop: the private courtyard — a bright, open space tailor-made for alfresco feasts and receptions. Then glide through the chic foyer into the ground floor - a stylish bathroom and homely design await. -
![The Hanover at InterContinental Edinburgh The George in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Hanover
100 guestsInterContinental Edinburgh The GeorgeNew Town, EdinburghA lower ground floor room with adjoining catering area. A flexible space offering the perfect surroundings for small to mid sized dinners, parties, drinks receptions and meetings.
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FAQs about Top Pop Up Shops in Edinburgh
The cost of pop up shops in Edinburgh averages around £75 hire fee per hour. 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 £65 | to £80 | hire fee per hour |
| From £100 | hire fee per event | |
| From £3000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2025), the best options include:
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The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We booked an external caterer, magician and DJ and the venue was perfect for 30 of us.’ -
Beer Palace at Brewhemia in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Had all the suitable AV, was funky and quirky, additional space for breakout areas.’ -
The Lounge at Le Monde Hotel in New Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘I have been telling everyone that they should use this venue.’
Old Town and New Town are prime spots if you want maximum exposure. Brewhemia, with space for 800 guests, sits in one of the city's busiest areas and is ideal for fashion pop-ups or experiential retail. The Little Plaza’s cafe space allows up to 80 standing guests at once and is perfect for showcasing ceramics, jewellery, etc. For food and drink related showcases and pop ups, the Dragonfly Cocktail Bar is a perfect spot accommodating 187 guests at one time.
If you’re selling food or alcohol, or operating late hours, you’ll likely need a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) from the Edinburgh City Council. If you’re using outdoor space, street trading licenses may apply. Most short-term pop-ups don’t require special permits for indoor retail in existing venues, most short-term pop-ups don’t require special permits, but always check with your venue host and confirm business insurance coverage.
Timing and location strategy are key. If you’re setting up in Old Town, align with festival seasons like the Edinburgh Fringe, when the city is packed with tourists. For New Town, consider weekdays during office lunch hours when professionals are out and about. Leith attracts weekend shoppers, so a Saturday-Sunday launch could maximize exposure.
