Caps off to the Class of 2026 – now it’s time to celebrate your graduation in style in Edinburgh!
The day has finally arrived. After years of early mornings, caffeine-fuelled marathons and essay deadlines, the finish line is behind you.
Now, with degree in hand and dreams in motion, it’s time to press pause, soak it all in, and mark this milestone with the celebration it deserves.
Picture-perfect moments
Start your day with a walk through Edinburgh’s Instagramable-spots.
Snap a proud picture at McEwan Hall or the courtyard at Old College. Strike a power pose on Calton Hill or Holyrood Park with your gown fluttering in the wind, or climb The Vennel steps to get the picture-prefect backdrop of Edinburgh Castle.
Gather the grad squad
Call your course friends and flatmates – it’s time to raise a glass to shared lectures, flat dinners and study sessions.
Whether you choose to book a table at one of Edinburgh’s rooftop bars, say cheers at one of the city’s coolest and quirkiest bars, enjoy tea and cake at afternoon tea, or celebrate at one of the city’s fine dining restaurants, you’re in for a memorable experience.
Celebratory offers
Graduation celebrations don’t need to break the bank. Across the city, several of Edinburgh’s attractions, bars and eateries are rolling out the red carpet for graduates, so you can toast your success without draining your wallet. Take a look at some of these offers.
Offers are subject to availability, cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, and require advance booking. Full terms and conditions apply.
Food and drink
Hawksmoor Edinburgh
Three courses from £55.00 per person and a complimentary glass of champagne
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Created for one of life’s biggest milestones, Hawksmoor Edinburgh’s special Graduation Menu is built around the sort of food Hawksmoor does best: exceptional steak, standout seafood, indulgent sides and much-loved puddings.
Guests can start with beef fillet carpaccio, smoked salmon or ash-baked beetroot salad, before choosing between fillet steak, ribeye, monkfish or Winslade Wellington, served with their choice of side. To finish, there’s Hawksmoor’s iconic sticky toffee pudding or blueberry and basil whipped cheesecake. As an added graduation treat, every guest dining from the Graduation Menu will receive a complimentary glass of Champagne to help raise a toast to the occasion.
Quote code Graduation when booking online or over the phone.
Set within the former National Bank of Scotland in the heart of St Andrew Square, Hawksmoor Edinburgh combines Grade A-listed grandeur with exceptional food, world-class cocktails and warm hospitality. With two private dining rooms, flexible event spaces and options ranging from intimate family celebrations to full-scale graduation parties, it’s the perfect place to mark the occasion.
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From £55.00 per person
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Available throughout June and July 2026
Hotel du Vin Edinburgh
3 course meal and a glass of Champagne for £42.50 per person
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Raise your glasses to the hard work and achievements that led to this joyous day by enjoying a 3 course meal, each dish a delightful blend of flavours and artistry, including a glass of Champagne.
Available to book for lunch or dinner.
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£42.50 per person
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15 June to 17 July 2026
Browns Edinburgh
Choose from two special Graduation menus
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Browns Edinburgh are offering two special Graduation menus, so you can choose the perfect way to celebrate with family and friends.
The Classic Graduation Menu features brasserie favourites, with two courses from £31.00 or three courses from £38.00 per person – ideal for a relaxed yet refined celebration. For those looking to make the occasion even more memorable, the Celebration Graduation Menu elevates the experience further, with two courses from £39.00 or three courses from £46.00, showcasing indulgent dishes designed for a truly special day.
Plus, each graduate and those dining with them will be treated to a complimentary glass of Browns Champagne.
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£31.00 to £46.00 per person
Brewhemia
Complementary glass of prosecco
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Perfectly positioned directly across from Waverley Station, Brewhemia is Scotland’s only Beer Palace and the capital’s largest venue boasting five distinct rooms, seven bars and four beers within 10 copper tanks.
Book a graduation meal or Signature Afternoon Tea experience at Brewhemia and enjoy a complementary glass of prosecco for every guest.
Quote code Grad26 when booking.
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See website for menus and prices
Accommodation
Prestonfield House
15% discount on best flexible room rate
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Set in acres of lush gardens and parkland that evoke the seclusion of a country estate, Prestonfield House is a luxury 5-star hotel with 23 stylishly opulent rooms and suites.
Celebrate your graduation in style with 15% discount on best flexible room rate. Choose from Dinner, Bed & Breakfast or Bed & Breakfast offerings.
Full prepayment is required at the time of booking, which is non-refundable and non-transferable. No cancellations or amendments are permitted on this rate. Valid for new bookings only and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Valid for stays in the month of July 2026.
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See website for rates
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Valid for stays in July 2026
Looking for more dining options in Edinburgh?
From afternoon tea to vegetarian and vegan, satisfy your hunger with a visit to one of Edinburgh’s many cafes, bars and restaurants.
