Edinburgh Dating: Meeting your kind of people

What could be more romantic than finding love among the cobbles beneath Edinburgh Castle? With its world-famous beauty, historic monuments and glistening modernity, Edinburgh dating gives you the potential to meet interesting people of all kinds, from within the city, in the UK and beyond. You might even find that special someone you’re meant to be with.

Among its grand architecture and hustle and bustle, we peel back the city’s active dating culture, where you can meet singles that suit you, and find out how people locate love online.

Meet Edinburgh singles in your everyday life

The Edinburgh dating scene thrives in one of the cultural centers of the world, so it doesn’t take much imagination to meet new people. The strong student and tourist presence in the city makes meeting singles through the city’s nightlife – such as Cabaret Voltaire or the Bongo Club – one of the more obvious avenues. However, pubs and clubs aren’t for everyone. Here are other ways to dive into dating in Edinburgh:

• If you’re at a loose end on a Saturday and an early bird, you could always try the Farmers’ Market for a more offbeat Edinburg dating opportunity. The cheery communal atmosphere makes it easier to start a conversation
• If you’re looking for cultural activity, the Scottish Arts Club hosts a variety of exhibitions, as well as workshops and classes where you could meet interesting singles
• While it may sound like a rough and tumble night, many of the city’s pub crawls emphasise history more than revelry, giving you the chance to meet people in a more relaxed setting while also learning a bit more about your city

However, many people who are either short on time or just tired of traditional dating often look to free dating sites in Edinburgh. And with good reason, as they let you date from anywhere, at any time, giving people a proper picture of singles looking to date.

Why you should start dating in Edinburgh with eharmony

We know you just want to meet singles nearby in the UK. But what if there was a Edinburgh dating site that offered much, much more? eharmony’s unique Compatibility Matching System means you can discover a dating experience that lets you show your whole personality and find someone who just gets you, for a first date – or maybe even a lifetime. We match you on what matters most in a relationship – your values, your needs and how you communicate.

If you’re still wondering what makes eharmony different from the many Edinburgh dating sites, here’s a few reasons:

If you’re still wondering what makes eharmony different from the many Edinburgh dating sites, here’s a few reasons:

• Users rate eharmony as having the highest quality membership pool and the most thoughtful user profiles¹
• Our Trust & Safety team works 24/7 to prevent scammers, bots and bad actors from accessing our platform. That’s why we’re the #1 Trusted dating app²
• We’re the experts. With over 20 years of experience and research into what makes relationships work, you’re always in good hands

Want to know more? Here’s your personal Edinburgh dating guide to taking your love live to the next level.

Your dating guide to meet Edinburgh singles

Discover the real you

eharmony is not just another Edinburgh dating website – we believe love happens when you find that person who gets you. That’s why everyone starts with our Compatibility Quiz. Your answers help us find the Edinburgh singles you’re most likely to hit it off with.

Complete your profile

The key to successful online dating in Edinburgh starts with your profile. We make this process as enjoyable as possible by having richly detailed profiles that are easy to digest. That’s why eharmony is the dating app with the highest-rated user profiles³

Meet singles in Edinburgh

In your Discover list, you’ll find every eharmony member who fits your search criteria. Each member you see will display a Compatibility Score based on how likely you are to hit it off.

Would you like to narrow down your search to singles near Edinburgh, or across the UK, or is it important to you that your partner also wants to have kids? Of course, we offer you the corresponding and many other filter options. You can also see what you have in common at a glance – this will help you to get in touch easily.

It all starts with a Like

Not sure how to get the conversation started? We’ve made it easy: if something on a member’s profile catches your eye, just hit Like. Then you have the option to add a personalized message. You can hit Like on answers to profile questions, their hobbies or your similarities.

Two likes make a Match

Once you get a Like back, it’s a Match. Congratulations! You can now swap messages and send Icebreakers or react with a Smile to get to know each other better.

First date ideas for Edinburgh singles

So, you’ve met someone on the eharmony site or app and you want to meet up? Well, we’ve got a few ideas for an unforgettable Edinburgh dating experience:

• The Alchemist – This fashionable cocktail bar offers not only some of the most inventive and wondrous inventions of modern mixology, but also highly innovative takes on classic dishes
• The Three Sisters – A somewhat eccentric take on dinner and a show, this colourful restaurant puts on a variety of events – depending on which night you choose – including comedy shows, cabaret and good old-fashioned pub quizzes
• The Chocolatarium – For those with a sweet tooth, this venue in Old Town offers various award-winning chocolate tours

Let dating in Edinburgh be magical again

Whether it’s on those cobbles, admiring the New Town or using an Edinburgh dating site, it doesn’t matter how you go about it when dating in Edinburgh. The important thing is that you find someone right for you and that your relationship can enrich both your lives.

Join eharmony, your Edinburgh dating site, to take the first step towards finding someone you can be yourself with. Don’t wait any longer – create your profile today and start connecting with Edinburgh singles who are looking for the same connection you are. Because we believe love happens when two people connect based on what really matters. If you’re ready to find out what does, sign up today.