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Daily Record
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Scottish city known for arts and heritage named among best in the world for culture
It's the only UK city to make the top 20 A Scottish city known for being a popular tourist destination for art and history lovers has just been named one of the best in the world for its cultural scene. The Scottish capital of Edinburgh has secured an impressive third place in Time Out's new global ranking of the world's top cities for culture, standing out as the only UK city to make the top 20. The list, based on surveys of over 18,000 residents worldwide and input from the magazine's network of global editors and writers, celebrates cities that go beyond the traditional boundaries of culture to create thriving, dynamic scenes rooted in both heritage and innovation. Time Out's study assessed cities on the quality, quantity, accessibility and affordability of their cultural offerings. Importantly, the ranking focused not just on legacy institutions like museums and theatres but also the creativity found in pop-up events, grassroots festivals, and surprising experiences. From raves in caves to community gallery trails and nature-themed literary gatherings, the list celebrates the fresh and unconventional sides of culture just as much as the established highlights. And when it came to the UK, only Edinburgh made the cut, and with flying colours. 'This Scottish city has it all: a world-leading arts festival, fantastic museums, a rich literary heritage… just when you think you've got to grips with Edinburgh's culture scene, a new thing pops up to prove you wrong,' said Chiara Wilkinson, Time Out's UK Deputy Editor. Wilkinson highlighted the city's cultural heavyweights, including the world-famous Fringe Festival, the Edinburgh International Festival and the long-running Jazz & Blues Festival. But Edinburgh's cultural identity isn't stuck in the past. "The widely popular Days Festival made its debut last year, and is returning with a stacked daytime lineup of underground dance music this May. "Also in May, the city will open Europe's first ever museum dedicated to contemporary Palestinian art. "And then there's the blockbuster Edinburgh Summer Sessions, which is hosting Chappel Roan for two nights, the star's only announced UK gigs outside of Reading and Leeds. And that's not even half of it." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Survey results showed 85 percent of locals gave their city's cultural scene a positive rating, and 61 percent said galleries and museums were reasonably priced, an important factor as affordability becomes a growing concern in many major cities. Paris claimed the top spot in the list, bolstered by the reopening of major cultural landmarks like the Grand Palais and strong support from locals, with 96 percent of Parisians rating their culture as either 'good' or 'amazing.' But Edinburgh's third-place ranking puts it well ahead of global cultural giants like Florence, Chicago, and Hanoi, showcasing its continued global relevance. For anyone planning a visit, Time Out recommends taking advantage of Edinburgh's full cultural offering, from its iconic theatres and art galleries to hidden gems and new creative ventures that keep the city's pulse alive all year round.
Edinburgh Live
14-05-2025
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- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh named among top 20 cities for culture by Time Out
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Get the latest Edinburgh Live breaking news on WhatsApp Edinburgh has been named among the top 20 best cities in the world for culture by Time Out. The capital was the only British city to make the list, after over 18,000 city dwellers were quizzed. They were asked about the quality, quantity, affordability, and accessibility of their city's cultural offerings. Edinburgh came third over all in the list. Other cities that made the list included Paris, Florence, Mexico City, Sydney and Barcelona. Time Out deputy editor Chiara Wilkinson said: "This Scottish city has it all: a world-leading arts festival, fantastic museums, a rich literary heritage. "Just when you think you've got to grips with Edinburgh's culture scene, a new thing pops up to prove you wrong." Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox Time Out added: "Chiara picked out not just Edinburgh cultural stalwarts like the Fringe, International Festival and Jazz & Blues Festival but also newer events like Days Festival – which made its debut last year – and Chappell Roan's upcoming appearances at the 2025 Summer Sessions. In the survey, Edinburgh did best in its overall cultural rating (85 percent of locals rated it favourably), though a respectable 61 percent said Auld Reekie's galleries and museums were affordable. You can find the full list here.
The Independent
28-01-2025
- The Independent
The seaside town named best place to visit in the UK for 2025
As we trudge through winter, it's time to look ahead to the top UK destinations for festivals, events and new cultural institutions to enjoy this year. Thankfully, Time Out has named the best places in the UK to add to your staycation bucket list – and Folkestone, Kent, has found itself at the top of the list. Lauded as a 'top-tier seaside spot', the Kentish town's indie shops, culinary scene, sweeping beach and The Folkestone Triennial art festival saw it crowned the number one UK destination to visit in 2025. London 's Stratford made a surprising entry in second thanks to two pending cultural institutions – Sadlers Wells East and the V&A East Storehouse – followed by the ceramics and oatcakes of Stoke-on-Trent. In Scotland, Orkney and Glasgow both made the list in fourth and 15th for their Neolithic archaeology and world-class concerts, respectively. As for Wales, the capital Cardiff came ninth, while Belfast, with Northern Ireland 's thriving music community, scored 14th. Chiara Wilkinson, deputy UK editor of Time Out said: 'Time Out is delighted to share our ranked list of the 15 best places in the UK to visit in 2025, packed with carefully curated suggestions from expert local writers around the country. 'Some might raise a few eyebrows, but we can guarantee that all of these destinations are well worth a trip this year, boasting dramatic natural beauty, landmark arts festivals, new theatre openings and more. We've also shared the best time to visit and our favourite personal recommendations, so you can start planning now and keep the January blues at bay.' Time Out's top 15 best places to visit in the UK for 2025
