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

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!

Food and Drink

New Years - Down Under

31st December 2025

The Three Sisters Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Kick off NYE at your home away from home. With shrimp on the grill, DJs setting the tone and free entry all morning, come along to The Three Sisters Edinburgh from 10am - 12pm!

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