4.8 ·
Settle into the Dominion Cinema, a 1938 Art Deco gem in Morningside. Catch a mainstream film in plush, old-fashioned comfort and take in the cafe-bar and period details before the lights go down.
Full description
The Dominion Cinema is a 1938 Art Deco picture house in Edinburgh's Morningside district, known for pairing current mainstream releases with an old-fashioned atmosphere. Visitors describe walking in as stepping back in time, and praise the welcoming staff and the distinctive seating style.
A cafe-bar adds to the sense of an evening out rather than a quick screening. Reviewers note that sound quality and room temperature can be uneven, so it is best enjoyed for the setting as much as the film.
It suits couples and locals looking for a relaxed, characterful alternative to a multiplex.
The Dominion Cinema is a 1938 Art Deco picture house in Edinburgh's Morningside district, known for pairing current mainstream releases with an old-fashioned atmosphere. Visitors describe walking in as stepping back in time, and praise the welcoming staff and the distinctive seating style.
A cafe-bar adds to the sense of an evening out rather than a quick screening. Reviewers note that sound quality and room temperature can be uneven, so it is best enjoyed for the setting as much as the film.
It suits couples and locals looking for a relaxed, characterful alternative to a multiplex.
Duration
2h
Best time
afternoon, early evening or evening
Intensity
Easy pace
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Reviews
A classic jewel of Edinburgh. The staff are wonderfully welcoming and really helpful. It's a true, fantastic experience if you want the best experience of a film in Edinburgh. Only issue is sometimes the service can be a bit slow and queues can form at the front. However, they are trying their best and it's worth the…
Daniel Cairns
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