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    Sunny terraces in Edinburgh – rooftop bars & outdoor seating

    245 spots in the community

    Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in Edinburgh

    We currently track 245 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in Edinburgh, kept up to date by the community. None of them are in the sun right now — check the sun hours below.

    Local favourites

    In Edinburgh, Grassmarket, Stockbridge and Leith are good places to start looking for outdoor tables. For sunset, Calton Hill is a local classic.

    City snapshot

    • 1

      Shade

    • 9h 28min

      Daylight

    Sunset is at 16:41 and golden hour starts at 15:45.

    Too hot? 1 places offer shade, parasols or shelter — useful in the middle of the day.

    Find sunny terraces, rooftop bars and outdoor seating in Edinburgh in real time. Sun Map is a community-driven guide where users mark where the sun hits outdoor terraces in Edinburgh. Tap a spot for opening hours, reviews and directions.

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    Top 10 sunny terraces in Edinburgh

    The ten best sun spots in Edinburgh right now, ranked from 245 mapped terraces.

    1. 1802 Lounge – sunny terrace in Edinburgh

      1802 Lounge

      Baxter's Place 1-3

      2

      Sun score

    2. 56 North – sunny terrace in Edinburgh

      56 North

      West Crosscauseway 2-8

      2

      Sun score

    3. Abacus – sunny terrace in Edinburgh

      Abacus

      Holyrood Park Road 18

      2

      Sun score

    4. All Bar One – sunny terrace in Edinburgh

      All Bar One

      Lothian Road 50

      2

      Sun score

    5. Angels with Bagpipes – sunny terrace in Edinburgh

      Angels with Bagpipes

      High Street 343

      2

      Sun score

    6. Artisan Roast – sunny terrace in Edinburgh

      Artisan Roast

      Raeburn Place 102A

      2

      Sun score

    7. Artisan Roast/Circular Coffee – sunny terrace in Edinburgh

      Artisan Roast/Circular Coffee

      Leith Walk 72-74

      2

      Sun score

    8. ASK Italian – sunny terrace in Edinburgh

      ASK Italian

      Shandwick Place 9-13

      2

      Sun score

    9. Badger & Co – sunny terrace in Edinburgh

      Badger & Co

      Castle Street 32

      2

      Sun score

    10. Black Ivy – sunny terrace in Edinburgh

      Black Ivy

      2, 4

      2

      Sun score

    The sun score is calculated automatically from sunlit hours, how late the evening sun lasts, community ratings and check-ins, photos and how complete the listing is.

    Best chance of evening sun today

    No sun right now — these spots have the best aspect until sunset at 16:41.

    1. Brewdog Doghouse Bar & Terrace – sunny terrace in Edinburgh

      Brewdog Doghouse Bar & Terrace

      Edinburgh

      12%

      chance

    2. Terrace Café – sunny terrace in Edinburgh

      Terrace Café

      Arboretum Place 10

      12%

      chance

    Ranked by sun path, sunset, open western aspect and shade from buildings.

    The sun in Edinburgh this week (week 44)

    Here is the sun outlook for Edinburgh, 26 Oct–1 Nov. We track 245 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in the city and keep the sun hours up to date.

    The best day for evening sun is Monday, when the sun sets at 16:48 after 9h 41min of daylight.

    Days get 26 minutes shorter this week — by the weekend the sun sets at 16:35.

    Planning after-work drinks in the sun? Aim for Monday in Edinburgh and pick a spot with sun until 16:48.

    DaySunsetDaylight
    Monday 26 Oct
    Best evening
    		16:489h 41min
    Tuesday 27 Oct16:469h 37min
    Wednesday 28 Oct16:439h 32min
    Thursday 29 Oct16:419h 28min
    Friday 30 Oct16:399h 24min
    Saturday 31 Oct16:379h 19min
    Sunday 1 Nov16:359h 15min

    The sun in Edinburgh today

    Sunrise

    07:13

    Sun highest

    11:57

    Sunset

    16:41

    Golden hour

    15:45

    Daylight

    9h 28min

    Explore by type

    Pick what you're after in Edinburgh – rooftop, beach club, waterfront or shade.

    245 spots

    Sunset in Edinburgh month by month

    How long the evening sun lasts on terraces in Edinburgh across the year.

    MonthSunsetDaylight
    January16:117h 36min
    February17:169h 37min
    March18:1611h 46min
    April20:1814h 10min
    May21:1916h 17min
    June22:0117h 34min
    July21:5017h 2min
    August20:5215h 8min
    September19:3312h 49min
    October18:1510h 31min
    November16:078h 18min
    December15:397h 1min

    Updated automatically

    Guide: sun and terraces in Edinburgh

    Sun Map maps 245 outdoor spots in Edinburgh, including 0 rooftop bars and 0 beach clubs. Sun status is calculated from the real-time position of the sun and topped up with sun hours flagged by guests and owners. You see where the sun actually is right now – not just where there are outdoor tables.

    Local tips for Edinburgh

    • Spots facing the Firth of Forth get an open western aspect and hold the evening sun longer than inland streets.
    • The terrace season in Edinburgh effectively runs May–September; outside it, expect heaters and blankets.

    Good to know

    • Narrow streets lose the sun earlier – rooftop bars in Edinburgh keep it longest.
    • Prefer shade? Filter on Shade for umbrellas, pergolas and awnings.
    • Opening and sun hours are kept up to date by the community – flag any changes.

    What's on in Edinburgh

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    FAQ – Edinburgh

    Which terraces in Edinburgh are in the sun right now?
    Sun Map calculates the sun's position in real time and shows which of the 245 terraces, rooftop bars and beach clubs in Edinburgh are sunny right now – and how long the sun lasts.
    Where can I find rooftop bars in Edinburgh?
    Filter by rooftop bar, roof terrace or beach club in Edinburgh and sort by sun right now, distance or reviews from real guests.
    Is Sun Map free?
    Yes. Search, sun hours, opening hours and directions are free – no account needed.
    Can I find terraces with shade in Edinburgh?
    Yes. Filter by Shade for parasols, pergolas, awnings or natural shade – and by Wind shelter on breezy days. Sun and shade can be selected together.
    Which quick filters are available in Edinburgh?
    Last sun after 7pm, beer & after work, coffee, rooftop bar, beach club, waterfront, pool bar, garden, live music, dog friendly, sidewalk seating, wind shelter and shade – combine several at once.
    How is the Top 10 in Edinburgh ranked?
    By SunScore, which weighs sun quality, ratings (both Sun Map and Google Maps), community activity and how complete a listing is. Placement cannot be bought.
    How do I know if the sun is out right now?
    Guests report ☀️, ⛅ or 🌧️ with one tap, and reports from the last two hours show the live conditions. The week forecast also blends sun hours, temperature and clear skies into the best day.
    Do I need an account?
    No. As a guest you can browse every terrace, the map and the city guides. An account is only needed for favourites, check-ins, reviews and friends.
    How do we decide where the crew goes for after work in Edinburgh?
    Start an AW poll in Sun Map: pick 2–3 sunny spots, set a time and share the link via WhatsApp, SMS or any chat app. Everyone votes without an account and sees the result live – the winner gets a trophy.

    Sun King league in Edinburgh

    Most sun reports and most invited friends over the last 30 days.

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