Venue 168

French Institute in Scotland

West Parliament Square, EH1 1RN

Venue website: ifecosse.org.uk — for directions, access and food & drink. Fringe tickets are booked from each show’s page.

What’s playing nearby

The Institut français d'Ecosse has been a historic Edinburgh Festival Fringe partner since opening in 1946. Our stunning venue in the heart of the Old Town is an unmissable attraction for Fringe audiences.

Accessibility

Full venue site is accessible, Wheelchair accessible toilet, No reserved accessible parking, No on street blue badge parking, Assistance dogs welcome in all areas. The Institut français d’Ecosse and the main performance space (Salle Emilienne Moreau-Evrard) are fully accessible with step-free access available. Because of current health guidelines, we operate with a one-way system throughout the building with entrance via George IV Bridge only

Eat & drink nearby

Deacon Brodie's Tavern1 min walk · ££ · pub food Greyfriars Bobby's Bar3 min walk · ££ · pub food The Witchery by the Castle4 min walk · ££££ · Scottish fine diningMust-try: Scotch beef ribeye, Omelette Arnold Bennett

What’s on at French Institute in Scotland — Fringe 2026

Don't Wait For Me... – France Showcase · Children's Shows · £10
No upcoming performances — the run here has finished.
Bigger – France Showcase · Dance Physical Theatre and Circus · £10
No upcoming performances — the run here has finished.
°Up: Violin vs Football – France Showcase · Dance Physical Theatre and Circus · £12
No upcoming performances — the run here has finished.