The Three Sisters Edinburgh

Named in memory of the three MacKinnon sisters who were popular performers in the 1740s, The Three Sisters remains Edinburgh's gathering social hub!

About The Three Sisters Edinburgh

	139 Cowgate, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1JS
	01316226802
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Listed Under Eating and Drinking - Bars and Pubs / Attractions - Live Music Venues / Eating and Drinking - Restaurants

A lively city centre bar featuring a large outdoor courtyard complimented by a 200" TV screen, perfect for watching your favourite sports. The venue has 21 screens indoors and three separate Sky packages, so we can cater to your needs if you want to watch another game – just enquire and we will be happy to help.

The Three Sisters also features a main bar, outdoor courtyard, an upstairs bar better know as The Union, multiple rooms available for hire and even a karaoke pod. Our menu celebrates great pub grub such as an all day breakfast, burgers, pizzas, pastas and salads.

Our sister hotel, Stay Central, is located on the same grounds. The funky, rustic-chic rooms sleep from 2-6 people have en suite bathrooms with rain showers, free Wifi, iPod dolls and flat-screen TVs.

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Upcoming Events at The Three Sisters Edinburgh

Food and Drink

American Friends-Giving

27th November 2025

The Three Sisters Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Join us at The Three Sisters for a laid-back and festive Thanksgiving celebration, that’ll make you feel right at home!

Film

Love Actually Boozy Brunch

6th December 2025

The Three Sisters Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Settle in at The Three Sisters for a festive favourite on the screens as we bring you a special showing of Love Actually and a delicious boozy brunch!

Arts and Crafts

Festive Wreath Making Workshop

7th December 2025

The Three Sisters Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Come along to The Three Sisters Edinburgh on Sunday 7th December for this Festive Wreath Making Workshop!

Nights Out

Christmas Jumper Day

11th December 2025

The Three Sisters Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Wear your finest Christmas sweater and help The Three Sisters Edinburgh raise money for Save The Children UK!

Theatre

Jonathan Rippon’s Christmas Cabaret with The Cheeky Girls

14th December 2025

The Three Sisters Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Join Britain’s Got Talent star Jonathan Rippon for a fabulously festive evening packed with live cabaret, comedy, and plenty of Christmas sparkle at The Three Sisters Edinburgh on 14th December!

Nights Out

Hogmanay At the Three Sisters

31st December 2025

The Three Sisters Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Looking for New Years Eve plans? This Hogmanay, there’s only one place to party on the Cowgate – The Three Sisters!

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