Those looking to do something in Edinburgh this weekend can make their most of Doors Open Days 2026, as locations around the city welcome visitors from near and far.
From locations typically not open to the public to those offering special tours and talks, the annual heritage event will take place on Saturday, September 16 and Sunday, September 27.
Whether you’re interested in local history and fancy a trip to Barnton Bunker or Riddle’s Close, or you’d prefer to experience the past in a different way by listening to the last remaining cinema organ made by Edinburgh organ builders Ingram & Co at the Corstorphine Astoria Centre, there is something on offer for everyone throughout the final weekend of the 2026 festival.
Interested in where you can go? Here are 17 buildings to visit during Doors Open Days in Edinburgh this year.
13. St Johns Episcopal Church
There will be tours running between 10am and 4pm on Saturday, September 26 at St Johns Episcopal Church, with visitors to be given exclusive access to areas not typically open to the public — including the church hall and dormitory garden, including the graves of Sir Walter Scott’s mother and Henry Raeburn. Address: St John’s Church, Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4BJ | Adobe Stock
14. Riddle’s Court
The Category-A listed tenement on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile will be taking part in Doors Open Days 2026. No booking is required, and visitors will be given the chance to step into areas usually reserved for events. Address: Riddle's Court, 322 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PG | Adobe Stock
15. Port of Leith Distillery
The UK’s first vertical distillery this year marks the Port of Leith’s first time participating in Doors Open Days. There will be tours on Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27 — which can be booked online in advance — for those over 18. Address: 11 Whisky Quay, Edinburgh, EH6 6FH | Lisa Ferguson
16. Polwarth Church
Polwarth Church is another building taking part in Doors Open Days Edinburgh for the first time in 2026. Designed in 1899 with various additions over the years, there is plenty to explore here with guides available to provide further information about locations including Sydney Mitchell & Wilson and more. Open on Saturday, September 26 from 11am to 4pm and between 1pm and 4pm on Sunday, September 27. Address: 36 - 38 Polwarth Terrace, Edinburgh, EH11 1LU | Adobe Stock