The Caves Edinburgh

The Caves is a truly unique venue that makes up the sub-structure of the 18th Century South Bridge.

About The Caves Edinburgh

	8 - 12 Niddry Street South, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1NS
	01315578989
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There is no venue more Edinburgh than the Caves, or more Scottish, if you consider there was once so much Whisky stored here that it became known as "Whisky Row".

Every room has a story to tell and a special place in Scottish history -from vaults that served as the stables to the French Cavalry who were at one time body guards to the Royal Family, to remains of the houses that pre-date the Bridge itself - with the original terracotta floor tiles still intact!

Today, after over 100 years of being lost, the hidden vaults were rediscovered and the original stone vaults of the Old Town Edinburgh have been magnificently restored by the current Managing Director, Norman Rowan junior.

With great regard for preserving the authenticity and history of this venue, for many years they have painstakingly excavated these vaults which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, thus creating this spectacular and very unique venue...

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Upcoming Events at The Caves Edinburgh

Music

Jacob Alon

29th January 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Scottish singer-songwriter Jacob Alon is on a headline tour in January 2025 with a date at The Caves Edinburgh on the 29th!

Music

The Rifles

30th January 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Catch British indie outfit The Rifles when they play The Caves, Edinburgh on Thursday 30th January!

Music

Joshua Burnside

27th February 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Belfast-based Northern Irish folk singer-songwriter Joshua Burnside is on a UK and Ireland headline tour in 2025 with a date at The Caves Edinburgh on 27th February!

Music

John Digweed

15th March 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Celebrating 30 years to the day, Colours 1st hosted an event at The Caves Edinburgh, John Digweed will headline this special event on Saturday, 15th March!

Music

Pet Shop Boys, Actually

23rd March 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Pet Shop Boys, Actually, a Pet Shop Boys tribute band made for the fans by the fans, will perform at The Caves, Edinburgh on Sunday 23rd March!

Music

Gurriers

2nd April 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Gurriers bring their UK Spring 2025 tour to The Caves Edinburgh on Wednesday 2nd April.

Music

The Supernaturals

13th April 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

The Supernaturals, a five piece guitar-based indie rock band from Glasgow, will play The Caves Edinburgh on Sunday 13th April!

Music

Joan As Police Woman

24th April 2025

The Caves Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town

Highly acclaimed American songwriter Joan As Police Woman returns to Edinburgh for a show at The Caves on Thursday 24th April!

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