Edinburgh has a buzzing nightlife scene with no shortage of bars and clubs where you can dance the night away with top DJs or live music. Last week, the city was named as the best place in Scotland for a night out, and bagged fifth place when it came to the whole of the UK.
Here are eight of the best rated night out spots in Edinburgh according to reviews online and best ranked on Tripadvisor.
. The Jazz Bar
The Jazz bar is an Edinburgh favourite and go-to for live music and club nights. It's open seven nights a week until late and puts on an eclectic mix of music, from soul, jazz, rock and pop to dance nights. Photo: Third party
. Whistlebinkies
Binkies an Edinburgh institution hidden deep in the vaults under South Bridge. It has live music most days from late afternoon. One reviewer said: "The best bar in Edinburgh, open everyday, very good bands playing every night, tasty beers and the most important thing, it is open until late." Photo: Third party
5. Why Not?
Why Not? on George Street has five bars, party booths and Edinburgh's biggest outdoor late night garden. Clubbers love the atmosphere though the queues can be long so best get there early to beat them. Photo: Google
6. The Voodoo Rooms
The Voodoo Rooms is a hidden gem in West Register Street, just off Princes Street. It has a fantastic bar area with DJs, a ballroom for gigs and club nights and they even do cocktail making classes. Photo: Suzanne R Livingstone
7. La Belle Angele
La Belle Angele was destroyed in a Cowgate fire in 2002. But the lauded institution that has played host to the likes of Oasis, Radiohead and The Libertines was rebuilt and is still going strong. One reviewer said: "Fantastic venue fantastic night drinks were decent prices competitive I will definitely will be back!" Photo: Supplied
8. Lulu
Lulu is located underneath Tigerlily in George Street. It is known for its luxurious interiors, good DJs and an array of cocktails. The venue also does VIP packages so it is a popular choice with hen parties. Photo: Supplied