Cameo Cinema, Edinburgh

Name: Cameo Cinema
Address: 32 Home St, Edinburgh, EH3 9LZ, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 871 902 5723

#74 among attractions in Edinburgh

Nightlife, Cinema, Cafe, Bars and clubs

Gallery (2)

Map

Gallery

Facts and practical information

The Cameo is an Edinburgh cinema which started life as the King's Cinema on 8 January 1914 and is one of the oldest cinemas in Scotland still in use. Since becoming the Cameo in 1949, it has had a tradition of showing art house films. From 1949 onward it has been an important venue for the Edinburgh International Film Festival. It is at Tollcross, and since 1992 has been a three-screen cinema. The Cameo was an independent cinema until 2012, when it was bought by the Picturehouse chain, owned by Cineworld. ()

Coordinates: 55°56'34"N, 3°12'14"W

Address

32 Home StTollcrossEdinburgh EH3 9LZ United Kingdom

Contact

+44 871 902 5723

Website

Social media

Twitter

Edinburgh

Day trips

Cameo Cinema – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Edinburgh Castle, The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland, National War Museum, Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum.

0.5 miN
Spectacular old fortress with city views
Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
12 min walk • Edinburgh Castle stands as a historic fortress, majestically perched on Castle Rock in Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh. Known for its robust and strategic position, it overlooks the city from its cliff-top location, offering breathtaking views and serving as a...
0.5 miN
Museum, Military museum
The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland, Edinburgh
12 min walk • The Museum of the Royal Scots (The Royal Regiment) and the Royal Regiment of Scotland stands as a proud repository of military heritage in the heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Located within the venerable walls of Edinburgh Castle, this museum is dedicated to the...
0.4 miN
Military exhibitions at Edinburgh Castle
National War Museum, Edinburgh
11 min walk • Nestled within the historic confines of Edinburgh Castle, the National War Museum stands as a poignant testament to Scotland's military history. This venerable institution, located in the heart of Scotland's capital, is dedicated to sharing the stories and preserving...
0.4 miN
Museum, Military museum
Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum, Edinburgh
10 min walk • Nestled within the historic walls of Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum stands as a testament to over 300 years of military heritage. This distinguished museum is dedicated to Scotland's only cavalry regiment, the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards, which...
0.4 miNE
Natural attraction, Geologic formation, Volcano
Castle Rock, Edinburgh
11 min walk • Castle Rock, an ancient volcanic rock formation, stands as the historic heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. This imposing crag, which erupts from the city's skyline, has been a strategic military stronghold for centuries and is now home to Edinburgh's most iconic...
0.5 miN
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St Cuthbert's Church, Edinburgh
13 min walk • St Cuthbert's Church, nestled at the foot of Edinburgh's iconic Castle Rock, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. This historic church, with its origins dating back to the 7th century, is a spiritual landmark that has served the people of...
0.4 miN
Memorial, Memorial site
Scottish National War Memorial, Edinburgh
11 min walk • The Scottish National War Memorial stands as a solemn tribute to the fallen soldiers of Scotland, honoring those who gave their lives in conflicts from World War I onwards. Located within the imposing Edinburgh Castle, which sits atop Castle Rock overlooking the city...
0.4 miN
Small, 12th-century Romanesque chapel
St Margaret's Chapel, Edinburgh
12 min walk • Nestled within the historic ramparts of Edinburgh Castle, St Margaret's Chapel stands as the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. This modest yet enchanting church dates back to the 12th century and is a revered site, dedicated to Saint Margaret of...
~1020 ftS
Sport venue, Sport
Bruntsfield Links, Edinburgh
5 min walk • Bruntsfield Links is 35 acres of open parkland in Bruntsfield, Edinburgh, immediately to the south-west of the adjoining Meadows.
~1400 ftN
Nightlife, Cinema, Bars and clubs
Filmhouse, Edinburgh
7 min walk • The Edinburgh Filmhouse is a cinema located in Edinburgh, Scotland, which opened in 1979. It is home to the world's oldest continually running film festival, Edinburgh International Film Festival.
~1650 ftN
Nightlife, Music and shows, Concerts and shows
Usher Hall, Edinburgh
8 min walk • The Usher Hall is a concert hall in Edinburgh, Scotland. It has hosted concerts and events since its construction in 1914 and can hold approximately 2,200 people in its recently restored auditorium, which is well loved by performers due to its acoustics.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cameo Cinema?

Nearby attractions include King's Theatre, Edinburgh (2 min walk), St Michael and All Saints, Edinburgh (3 min walk), Barclay Viewforth Church, Edinburgh (5 min walk), Sacred Heart, Edinburgh (5 min walk).

How to get to Cameo Cinema by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cameo Cinema:

Bus

Home Street • Lines: 10, 23, 27 (1 min walk)
Lochrin Buildings • Lines: 10, 27 (2 min walk)

Tram

West End • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (13 min walk)
Haymarket • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (17 min walk)

Train

Haymarket (16 min walk)
Edinburgh Waverley (21 min walk)