Edinburgh City Guide

• Art   ( 26 Articles )
• Bars   ( 50 Articles )
  

  Kick back and relax in one of Edinburgh’s extensive selection of pubs and bars, where a warm welcome and a cold pint is always waiting.

• Books   ( 40 Articles )
  

  Mark Fisher helps you to get lost in a good book with some of the world’s best writers.

• Clubs   ( 12 Articles )
• Comedy   ( 59 Articles )
  

  Laughter really is the best medicine, so take your hacking cough along to one of these comedy shows. The act will definitely thank you for it. Words Jay Richardson

• Dance   ( 17 Articles )
  

  A feast of footwork is on offer at the festivals, whether you’re a ballet aficionado or are simply a movement maven, says Kelly Apter.

• Drama   ( 57 Articles )
  

  It’s not just about comedy, you know. Mark Fisher raises the curtain on the best theatre at this year’s festivals.

• Food: Top End   ( 17 Articles )
• Food: Mid Range   ( 39 Articles )
• Food: Value   ( 33 Articles )
• Kids   ( 30 Articles )
  

  With so much going on, you’ll definitely never be short of something to do with the kids. Look out for favourite authors and retellings of much-loved tales, or get messy with science experiments.

• Late Night   ( 9 Articles )
  

  The party doesn’t have to end when the pub closes. Edinburgh has late-night venues to suit every mood.

• Music   ( 52 Articles )
  

  If music be the food of love, there’s plenty of passion to go around at the festivals. Mark Fisher lets you in on who to listen out for.

• Other Places to Visit   ( 17 Articles )
  

  If all the craziness of the festival gets a bit much for you, slip away to one of the many attractions in and around Edinburgh, says Rachel Devine.

• Shopping   ( 2 Articles )