The Royal Society of Edinburgh

The RSE has a unique story to tell and holds a special place in both Edinburgh society and Scotland’s intellectual culture.

Under its copper green dome and behind its distinctive facades on the intersection of Hanover Street and George Street, lies the hidden gem of the RSE – the Royal Society of Edinburgh – Scotland’s National Academy. The RSE offers a choice of resplendent rooms with an ambience to spark the imagination. Spaces where past luminaries like Sir Walter Scott and James Clerk Maxwell have trod, as well as contemporary laureates as diverse as JK Rowling and Peter Higgs.

We can host intimate meetings, large receptions, conferences, lectures, away-days and exclusive dinners in a variety of rooms to suit any occasion. There are AV and tele/video conferencing facilities on request and lift access to every room except the Lower Gallery. Our first-class venue team are also on hand to provide the quality of service to make your event a real success. If you want your event to be both meaningful and memorable, you couldn’t find a better, more centrally located venue than the RSE.