Here are 10 of the best Edinburgh nightclubs that have reopened after lockdown - as rated on TripAdvisor
Earlier this month nightclubs across Scotland were given the green light by the Scottish Government to welcome revellers back to their dance floors.
It brought to an end a torrid time for the industry, which was forced to close its doors back in March 2020 due to Covid restrictions.
And, following some uncertainty, it was also announced that masks would not be required while dancing, although they should still be used when going to the toilet or moving around venues.
Some clubs have still to reopen, but here are 10 clubs in the Capital that have, and are recommended by review site Tripadvisor.
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1. La Belle Angele
Destroyed by fire in 2002, the Belle Angele made a triumphant return to the city's clubbing scene in 2015. Tucked away in tiny Hasties Close in the Old Town, it now hosts some of the Captal's top club nights. Photo: Google Maps
2. Club Tropicana
It may not be subtle, and the drinks certainly aren't free, but Club Tropicana, on Lothian Road, is regularly packed out with partiers dancing to 80s classics until 3am on Fridays and Saturdays. Photo: Google Maps
3. Sneaky Pete's
A favourite club and last night music venue on the Cowgate, Sneaky Pete's will be kicking off a revitalised clubbing schedule at the start of September. Photo: Google Maps
4. The Bongo Club
Another real Edinburgh institution on Cowgate, The Bongo Club, has a variety of club nights - from African funk to house - availbale to book on their website. Evidence of a negative Covid test must be show before entry. Photo: Google Maps