Great Options in Edinburgh & Glasgow
Two cities that handle serious corporate delivery without losing their character. Edinburgh brings heritage and walkability. Glasgow adds scale, creativity and value. Together they cover everything from board dinners to full conferences.
1. EICC, Edinburgh International Conference Centre
Purpose-built conference floors, adaptable auditoria and a team that knows how to move large groups through a day. Hotels and restaurants are a short walk away.
- Capacity: Large plenary + extensive breakouts
- Best for: National conferences and product keynotes
- Vibe: Modern, efficient, central
2. National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Glass and galleries with a dramatic Grand Gallery for evening receptions. Daytime breakouts in characterful rooms keep delegates engaged.
- Capacity: Receptions and theatre formats
- Best for: Evening conferences and heritage backdrops
- Vibe: Iconic, cultural, photogenic
Ask about National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
3. The Signet Library, Edinburgh
Refined Georgian rooms off the Royal Mile. Exceptional hospitality and a setting that impresses even seasoned clients.
- Capacity: Dinners and meetings
- Best for: Executive dining and client hosting
- Vibe: Historic, polished, discreet
Ask about The Signet Library, Edinburgh
4. Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
Science and sustainability themes built in. Plenary, galleries and an unusual canopy space keep a conference feeling fresh.
- Capacity: Conference suites + reception spaces
- Best for: Purpose-led events and education partners
- Vibe: Modern, story-led, flexible
Ask about Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
5. The Balmoral, Edinburgh
Grand hotel at the top of Princes Street with tight service standards. Works for senior groups who want classic Scotland and central convenience.
- Capacity: Private dining, salons, mid-size suites
- Best for: Leadership offsites and reward dinners
- Vibe: Elegant, central, five-star service
Ask about The Balmoral, Edinburgh
6. SEC Centre and Armadillo, Glasgow
Scotland’s heavy-lift option. Halls, theatres and riverside space for exhibition, plenary and gala. Hotels on campus and in the city centre.
- Capacity: From hundreds to many thousands
- Best for: Congress, expo with keynotes
- Vibe: Big, production-friendly, tested
Ask about SEC Centre and Armadillo, Glasgow
7. Glasgow Science Centre
Waterfront location with theatre, galleries and dome experiences. Fun without losing the corporate edge.
- Capacity: Theatre + breakouts + receptions
- Best for: Tech launches and STEM audiences
- Vibe: Contemporary, interactive, bright
Ask about Glasgow Science Centre
8. House for an Art Lover, Glasgow
Mackintosh-inspired interiors inside Bellahouston Park. Quiet, creative and a strong setting for senior client hospitality.
- Capacity: Dinners and meetings
- Best for: Private dining with style
- Vibe: Artistic, calm, green setting
Ask about House for an Art Lover, Glasgow
9. Òran Mór, Glasgow
Former parish church in the West End now set up for events. A striking ceiling and good production access make it versatile.
- Capacity: Receptions, theatre and banqueting
- Best for: Awards and seasonal receptions
- Vibe: Dramatic, characterful, lively area
10. Kimpton Blythswood Square, Glasgow
Stylish city hotel with confident service, smart meeting suites and a spa for incentive downtime. Easy access to stations and restaurants.
- Capacity: Meeting rooms and private dining
- Best for: Leadership offsites and incentives
- Vibe: Boutique, contemporary, central
Ask about Kimpton Blythswood Square, Glasgow
Want both cities in a single itinerary? We can split conference days and social nights across Edinburgh and Glasgow with rail in between.
