When the sun’s out, there’s almost nowhere better to be in Edinburgh than one of the city’s incredible beer gardens. Kick back with a pint of cold beer, glass of wine, or a cocktail and soak up the atmosphere. So, as the weather gets warmer, we’ve put together a list of the best pub gardens in the Capital, using a mixture of readers’ recommendations and reviews.
5. The Three Sisters
Whether it's live sport or St Patrick's Day celebrations, The Three Sisters in Cowgate is one of the liveliest places in the city. It has a huge projector screen, picnic benches and decorative hanging blossoms. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
6. The Blackbird
The Blackbird in Leven Street, Bruntsfield, has a leafy pub garden which was voted top 30 cocktail bars and terraces in the UK by the Times newspaper. Enjoy a cocktail, wine or beer as well as street food, rice bowls, and small plates. Photo: The Blackbird
7. The Beehive Inn
The Beehive Inn, which can trace its origins back to the 15th century, has a street cafe area in Grassmarket and also a "secret" garden terrace which is set over three levels and has an outdoor bar. Photo: Jane Barlow/ PA
8. The Starbank Inn
The Starbank Inn, found facing the Firth of Forth in Newhaven's Laverockbank Road, has a highly recommended beer garden with homely atmosphere for locals and visitors alike. Photo: Google