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The Scottish Market in West George St is a winter showcase of some of the best crafts, food and drink that Scotland has to offer.
Edinburgh is a city that truly shines during the Christmas festivities combining shopping, tradition and a vibrant gay party scene; all the ingredients needed for a perfect pre-Christmas weekend escape.
- Stay close to the markets at Princess St Gardens. Enjoy a glamorous stay at the Rutland Hotel and Apartments featuring stylish designer rooms, castle views and excellent location.
The European Christmas Market
- Awaiting dates – The European Christmas Market in Edinburgh takes place in East Princes St Gardens for a whole host of bespoke and traditional Christmas items!
- The traditional and romantic Christmas Market in the heart of the City of Edinburgh offers a unique shopping experience for every visitor with its fair of crafters, artists, gift shops and gastronomic surprises. Get into the Christmas spirit!
- Markets are open from 10am – 10pm.
The Scottish Market
- Awaiting dates – The Scottish Market in West George St is a winter showcase of some of the best craft, food and drink that Scotland has to offer. The treats available will locally produced goods and artisanal delicacies.
- Stay close to the market at Le Monde Hotel, offering guests unique and chic rooms, rated “Fabulous” by guests.
Light Night
- Awaiting Dates – Light Night is an event free for all to enjoy, which encapsulates the true spirit of the festive season: family and the community.
- Choirs from across Scotland will perform in front of an expected audience of around 20,000 people.
- Awaiting Dates – The Christmas Tree on the Mound, a gift to the City of Edinburgh Council from Hordaland County Council in Norway, will be lit as part of the Light Night switch-on.
Where to stay in Gay Edinburgh
Edinburgh has a vibrant gay scene “the Pink Triangle,” centered around the top of Leith walk, just off Princes Street:
Here are the Hotels we recommend that keep you close to both the markets and the gay bars:
Hotel Indigo, The Glasshouse, Twelve Picardy Place, Courtyard by Marriott
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Virgin Hotel Edinburgh is our
preferred hotel close to the gay bars.
For further information and advice on
Edinburgh Christmas Markets Website
Edinburgh has a vibrant gay scene “the Pink Triangle,” centered around the top of Leith walk, just off Princes Street, Edinburgh’s main thoroughfare. All the bars and clubs are in easy walking distance. The city has more in common with European cities than other cities in the UK so around the city is a cafe culture. Here you will find a gay-friendly relaxed atmosphere.
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Edinburgh’s Christmas 2015