39 x Art & Culture in Edinburgh

Explore the thriving art and culture scene of Edinburgh. From museums and hidden gems to beautiful architecture and street art, our Spotters have discovered the perfect places for every art and culture enthusiast. Explore J.K. Rowling's Golden Handprints, a must-see for Harry Potter fans, or check out the Antony Gormley Sculptures across the city. Discover these and many more cultural gems in Edinburgh.

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39 x Best Local Art & culture in Edinburgh

Milk Cafe at the Sculpture Workshop

Hmm yummy!

The "Milk Cafe at the Sculpture Workshop" in Edinburgh is far away from the busy centre and has an outside seating area which catches the sun most of the day...

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Tamsin

Grainger

Nov 21, 2025

National Museum Collections Centre

Treasure trove

The National Museum Collection Centre in Granton, Edinburgh is a treasure trove. Book a private visit and see what not many people get to see...

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Tamsin

Grainger

Nov 21, 2025

Piershill Cemetery

Magical mystery

"Piershill Cemetery" in Edinburgh has a large Jewish section (quite uncommon), but the main thing that caught my eye was the tomb of the Great Lafayette...

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Fiona

Diack

Nov 19, 2025

Pilrig Park

UK's only siege works site

This park holds a hidden treasure from the 16th century! These siege works are believed to be the only ones from the 16th century found in Britain.

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Relaxing

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Sarah

Mackenzie

Nov 17, 2025

J.K. Rowling’s Golden Handprints

Hidden finds!

"J.K. Rowling’s Golden Handprints" is one of the tons of Harry Potter-related sights in Edinburgh that most fans miss. Tourists wander right past it!

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Sarah

Mackenzie

Nov 9, 2025

Dance Base

Dance your heart out

"Dance Base" is an award-winning building in Edinburgh established to provide classes, workshops & performances. Please do join me in dancing!

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Tamsin

Grainger

Oct 29, 2025

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