The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh

Name: The Queen's Hall
Address: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 131 668 2019

#88 among attractions in Edinburgh

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Facts and practical information

The Queen's Hall is a 900-capacity music venue, situated on Clerk Street in Edinburgh, Scotland. Originally built in 1823 as Hope Park Chapel, it was converted to its current role in 1979 and was formally opened by Queen Elizabeth II on 6 July 1979. ()

Opened: 1823 (201 years ago)Capacity: 900Coordinates: 55°56'28"N, 3°10'55"W

Address

Southside (Newington)Edinburgh United Kingdom

Contact

+44 131 668 2019

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Day trips

The Queen's Hall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Royal Commonwealth Pool, Subway Cowgate, The Meadows, Sandy Bell's.

0.4 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
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Dancing, Nightlife
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~1890 ftW
Park
The Meadows, Edinburgh
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0.5 miNW
Nightlife
Sandy Bell's, Edinburgh
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0.4 miN
Museum, Science museum, History museum
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~1610 ftNW
Mosque, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
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~1650 ftN
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Murder of Lord Darnley, Edinburgh
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Reportedly haunted, Theater, Concerts and shows
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St Albert's Catholic Chaplaincy, Edinburgh
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~1910 ftNW
Memorial
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Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Theater
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is The Queen's Hall open?

The Queen's Hall is open:

Monday 10 am - 5:15 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5:15 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5:15 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5:15 pm
Friday 10 am - 5:15 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5:15 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to The Queen's Hall?

Nearby attractions include Orthodox Chapel of St Andrew, Edinburgh (6 min walk), Sciennes, Edinburgh (6 min walk), East Preston Street Burial Ground, Edinburgh (8 min walk), George Square, Edinburgh (8 min walk).

How to get to The Queen's Hall by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Queen's Hall:

Bus

Buccleuch Terrace • Lines: 41 (2 min walk)
Bernard Terrace • Lines: 29, 3, 31, 37, 47, 49, 51 (3 min walk)

Train

Edinburgh Waverley (21 min walk)

Tram

Princes Street • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (25 min walk)
St Andrew Square • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (26 min walk)