Edinburgh

12 Best Edinburgh Pub Tours

The pub crawls: historic howffs where poets argued and literary rounds that drink where the books were drafted. Edinburgh’s pubs hold licenses older than some countries.

2.The Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour

Discover Edinburgh’s literary history on a lively pub crawl led by talented actors. Enjoy hidden spots, poetry, and Scottish tales in an engaging 2-hour tour.

★ 4.5

“We booked this Tour based on recommendations from some friends. We now highly recommend it for you. We had a great time on this tour. Our two tour guides/actors Mike and Blain did a wonderful job in their reciting and acting out Scottish literature. They…”

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3.Edinburgh: 7 Bar Pub Crawl with 7 Shots & Discounts

Explore Edinburgh’s nightlife with a 7-bar pub crawl, 7 free shots, exclusive discounts, and skip-the-line VIP access—perfect for lively travelers.

★ 4.5

“We had such an amazing time with our guide Alvaro, he was amazing full of positif energy, te bars that he chose were really cool and very diversified, i completly recomande this tour, enjoy your time 🤗”

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4.The Original Edinburgh Pub Crawl

Discover Edinburgh’s vibrant nightlife with this lively pub crawl—six bars, six shots, and friendly guides to introduce you to the best local spots.

★ 4.5

“From what I can remember, I had a really great time. The Scott's really know how to drink! Our guide was fun too!”

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5.Edinburgh Pub & History Scot Beer Tour

Explore Edinburgh’s brewing past and vibrant beer scene with a 2-hour 15-minute guided small-group pub tour, including tastings and city highlights.

★ 5.0

“We had our tour with Mhairi and it was great. We visited three different pubs, two of which were on our list to go to. We tried a few different beers and had the chance to learn more about the beers and about the history…”

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6.Pub Crawl in Edinburgh

Discover Edinburgh’s vibrant nightlife with a fun, organized pub crawl offering skip-the-line entry, exclusive discounts, and a chance to meet fellow travelers.

★ 5.0

“Super fun crawl! Some places didn't have enough bartenders to serve everyone in the group + the rest of the public, but the variety of venues and mix of folks attending was excellent! Didn't stay too long at any venue, and just a bit of…”

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7.Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour with “Real-Actors”

Experience Edinburgh's literary heritage with lively actors in pubs and streets. A fun, theatrical tour perfect for literature lovers and curious travelers.

★ 4.4

“This tour made me feel smarter. I went in not knowing much about Scottish authors and left feeling I had a grasp of some of them. Our actors were so fun that wanderers would often try to join our group.”

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8.Public guided tour of Edinburgh at a minimum price – in French

Explore Edinburgh's historic streets with a friendly French-speaking guide in this 2-hour guided tour, offering authentic insights at an affordable price.

★ 5.0

“Jack and I toured Edinburgh in French. I highly recommend this activity. Jack told us about the city with anecdotes and illustrations. He answered all our questions. A personalized visit to the top despite the storm. A big thank youAuto-translated”

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9.Edinburgh: Ultimate Pub Crawl Party with 7 Bars & 1 Club

Experience Edinburgh's vibrant nightlife with this lively pub crawl, visiting 7 bars and a club, enjoying free shots, exclusive deals, and fun challenges.

★ 4.2

“the chosen Pubs were okay to nice. the guide unfortunately wasn't interested in our Company. she Was only talking with a friend that joined the group so that some of us were just standig or sitting around. Akward.”

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10.Edinburgh: Whisky Tasting and Storytelling in a Historic Pub

Experience Scotland’s whisky heritage with a guided tasting and storytelling at a historic Edinburgh pub, led by expert guides in a relaxed atmosphere.

★ 4.8

“Loved Ewan. Such a good guide that made the day really special. Great stories that kept us entertained for the day. The tour was great too. Relaxed with plenty of time at each stop. Loved it.”

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