Edinburgh hen party Ideas

10 Trending Hen Party Ideas Edinburgh for 2025

1. Boozy Afternoon Tea Bus - Eat, drink and celebrate aboard this fab sightseeing bus.
2. Cocktail Mixing - Learn how to make your own party cocktails.
3. Highland Games - Hilarious fun for competitive hens.
4. Ghost Tour - A spooky tour of this incredible city and it's murky past.
5. Cocktail Potions - Make magic-inspired cocktails. "Accio alcoloicus!"
6. Harry Potter Escape Room - Put your Potter knowledge and wizard skills to the test.
7. Harry Potter Tour - Edinburgh has a lot of Potter heritage - dive in.
8. Life Drawing - Cheeky laughs with a naked male model.
9. Karaoke & Cocktails - Get your night out off to a flyer with some drinks and party anthems.
10. Butlers in the Buff - Get a hunky waiter to serve you drinks before you take the city by storm.

Choosing Your Edinburgh Hen Weekend Ideas

Whether you know what you want to do or you have absolutely no clue, we have over 140 Edinburgh hen activities at the ready.

So no matter what you're looking for, we're almost certain to offer it.

Have a browse through our popular and trending options above and send us your speedy Edinburgh hen enquiry to get the planning underway.

And don't forget, we have a specialist at the ready to bounce ideas off or get the lowdown on all things Edinburgh - give them a call today on 01225 474200 (Mon-Fri 8.30-17.30) and put them to the test.

Where to Drink in Edinburgh

Cocktail den? Rooftop bar? Old boy boozers? Hipster pubs? Check. Check. Check. Check. It's the capital of Scotland, so you know you're in safe hands when the thirst hits.

Old Town is where it's at if you want to find some quirky places to drink. Jazz themes and live music venues are hen-party gold and will impress the whole group.

New Town has more of the party staples where you can nip into cocktail bar after cocktail bar and always find something new and exciting.

South Side has some of the best beer gardens with a relaxed feel if you're after a night out of the chilled variety. It's a creative and cosmopolitan part of Edinburgh, the perfect place to head if your pennies have been pinched from any pre-party shopping.

Sights & Sounds

Sights - Don't go to Edinburgh during the The Fringe, there, we've said it. Yes everyone will tell you what an amazing event it is but the truth is the city becomes overcrowded and hotel prices rocket. Edinburgh is a city blessed with great culture and events all year round, from the heights of Arthur's Seat along the bars of the Royal Mile to the world famous Castle. Keep your phones at the ready because there's so much to photograph.

Sounds - Say 'Aloha' to a great night out at Lola Lo and enjoy the taste of Paradise (because we're fairly sure Paradise tastes like Lola Lo's cocktails), top tunes and a great relaxed atmosphere. If you are more in the mood for dressing up then Lulu takes opulent design, top DJs and top deals to blend some of the biggest party nights in town. To really give the bride-to-be a VIP night you can enjoy Guest List Entry to the best venue in town.

Best Shopping Spots

Those Were The Days - If you love vintage then this fantastic shop is the place. Packed with shoes, bags, dresses, jackets, jewellery and more from the roaring 20's to the 'what were you thinking' 90's, it's a treasure trove of fashion gems.
26 St Stephen St, EH3 5AL

Edinburgh Markets - Calling all foodies! If you love good taste and sampling the finest local produce and artisan treats then get your tasting forks along to Stockbridge Market, you certainly won't be disappointed.
Saunders Street EH3 6TQ

Waverly Mall - You know a shopping mall is good when it has its own Irish bar up on the roof. Packed with designer brands and all your high street favourites plus eats galore.
3 Waverley Bridge, EH1 1BQ

Getting Around Edinburgh

The best by miles! You'll find a lot of Edinburgh's best nightlife on and around the Royal Mile, but be warned, the city loves its cobbles and steps so it can be a bit wearing on the high heels by the end of a long night. By day, Edinburgh can be a bit steep, and we're not talking about prices so be prepared for a little legwork. If you fancy getting fit go see the lovely team at Leith Cycle Co.
Edinburgh has busses and trams criss-crossing the city centre, our tip is to get a OneTicket which gives you unlimited travel over a certain time period, so you can buy a single ticket to cover your whole weekend.

Hen Days

Edinburgh is a city that loves to laugh and the activities we have in store for you are no different whether you want to be Cocktail Mixing, battling it out on Highland Games or making a show of yourselves at your own private Dance Class, there really is something for everyone.

Hen Night Ideas Edinburgh

Edinburgh is one of the most famous party cities in the world. No one knows how to throw a party like the Scottish capital and they have everything to offer a group of hens, from hunky butlers in the buff to enthralling ghost tours, guest list nightclubbing and a whole lot more.

Quickfire Edinburgh FAQs

Is Edinburgh walkable?

The centre of Edinburgh is definitely walkable and a stroll up to the castle is a must. However, it does depend on where you're staying - if you're far out, there are plenty of buses and local taxis that can get you from A to B.

Where can I go drinking in Edinburgh?

Make sure to visit George Street and Rose Street which are famous for their bars and pubs that are happy to accept walk-ins until late. Another great option is Grassmarket Street which is home to more affordable pubs - ideal if you're on a budget.

How can I get to Edinburgh from London?

You can take an hour-long flight from London to Edinburgh for as little as £35, which is the fastest and most convenient mode of transport. Edinburgh has direct train links from many destinations throughout the country, too.

How many days should I spend in Edinburgh?

More than 68% of the hen groups who have entrusted their hen party to GoHen have booked a 3-night stay in Edinburgh. Because it's quite far for the majority of the UK to travel to, people want to make the most of their stay and really explore all this city has to offer.

Athens of the North

Edinburgh. A city that's given us more laughs per square metre than any other town in the world, The Bay City Rollers and the absolute #fitty that is Andy Murray... It's the perfect destination for the bride's last weekend of single living. And if you're there thinking that a city with a nickname like the "Athens of the North" is out of your price range then think again. The picturesque Scottish party capital is surprisingly budget-friendly and at GoHen's fabulous low rates you can send the nearly-married lady off with a right old hootenanny for far less than you first planned. Leaving you with even more to spend in the chic boutiques, vibrant nightclubs and spectacular bars along the world-famous Royal Mile.

Staying in Style

Classy, stylish, opulent, decadent, trendy, modern, enviable. All words you'd use to describe Edinburgh and our superb range of accommodation in this fabulous party town. From budget-friendly 2-star hotels and boutique guesthouses in the oh-so-popular Cowgate district to luxury hostels and stunning spa hotels off the Royal Mile, we have a fabulous selection for you to choose from. And unlike other companies, we try out all our accommodation ourselves before you stay there - It's the only way we can make absolutely sure that you'll be in the perfect starting point for this once-in-a-lifetime weekend.

When you book your Edinburgh hen party with GoHen you'll be taking advantage of the experience we have of planning hen weekends since 2002. In that time, we've made some pretty special relationships with our suppliers (think Swifty and Delevigne) meaning that we get exclusive benefits which we gladly pass on to all our groups. These include:

• Lower rates
• Flexibility on numbers
• Complete financial protection

Highland Hens

This city has some of the UK's best nightlife but that's not the only reason for an Edinburgh hen do - Here in the Scottish Highlands you'll find some of the best pre-wedding activities in our green and pleasant land, whether you fancy pampering the weekend away or putting yourselves to the test with the most hair-raising challenges known to hen-kind. For "sophisticated" ladies there's Afternoon Tea with delicious finger sandwiches, tasty pastries and an early glass of bubbly while if you're a looking for a little less conversation and a little more action, the Highland Games is a hilarious tartan test that all the girls will love.

Most popular Edinburgh activities...

• Inflatable Games - It's a Knockout! It's a Total Wipeout! It's our brilliant inflatable obstacle course filled with crazy challenges and hilarious costumes.
• Recording Studio - Could you be the next pop sensation? Find out as you and the girls lay down the beats in our amazing recording studio experience.
• Bubbly Mayhen - Taking on the playground games of your youth is much harder when wrapped in a giant inflatable bubble... Who knew?
• Escape Game - You have one hour to escape the room before you're locked in forever. Without your makeup bag? Oh, the horror!

Edinburgh Nights

Students, professionals and anybody else who knows what a good party looks like converge on Edinburgh every weekend to create some of the most vibrant and eclectic nightlife in the whole of the UK. The up-and-coming Cowgate district has some chic bars to try out, but the chances are you'll spend the majority of your evening winding your way down the world-famous Royal Mile. Here you'll find pubs, clubs and bars all rubbing shoulders so it's more than likely you'll find your new favourite party spot as you hop from place to place. While the Grassmarket is the home of Edinburgh's biggest and best nightclubs to finish your hen night with even more dancing and Mojito-fuelled fun.

But this is no ordinary girl's night out. The bride will only be getting married once so GoHen will be giving you the VIP treatment with the chance to gift the girls Guestlist Entry to the hottest clubs in town, reservations for the city's most popular restaurants and even luxury limo transfers if the cobbled streets prove too challenging for your new pair of heels.

Most popular Edinburgh nightlife...

• The Dreamboys - They don't make them like this at home! These highland hunks are world-famous and certainly know how to put on a show.
• Butlers in the Buff - Make sure the brides every wish is attended to. Cocktails? Done. Dinner? On the table. Gorgeous man waiting on her hand and foot? Sorted!
• Karaoke - Is there a better way to start the evening? Belt out the hits with the bridesmaids with 1000s of songs to choose from and a private booth.

Money, Money, Money...

Planning a weekend break can be pretty stressful even when dealing with just your own finances. So, when you're responsible for everybody else's cash as well, possibly including money belonging to girls you don't even know, then it can be even more worrying. GoHen are ABTA bonded (No. W7797) which means we adhere to strict codes of conduct giving you and your booking complete financial protection.

How To Get The Party Started?

That's the easiest bit of all - Just send us your enquiry! No... Really. It's as simple as that. And while you're at home with your feet up, possibly with a glass of vino (not that we're jealous or anything) we'll be doing all the hard work putting together your dream hen party package of accommodation, activities and nightlife. It's fast, easy and best of all completely free until you and the girls decide that we're the ones to get your party started.

Or you can call us on 01225 474200. We love talking about all hen parties great and small, so whether you know exactly how you want your weekend to go or you haven't the foggiest, just give us a ring and we can start planning your pre-wedding hootenanny today.