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

“Great tour, Emma and Doughal don’t just tell you about Scottish literary greats, they recite their work, explain and share fun facts. Not too serious but super interesting. Great for solo travellers.”

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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

“this was a really fun way to visit the local pubs and meet new people. Our tour guide Belle was so nice and was really great at getting everyone hyped up. It was all really fun and I'd recommend it to other people visiting the…”

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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

“Tom was a great guy to hangout with and a phenomenal pub crawl host 10/10 would come back and do it again.”

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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

“Wag was an exceptional guide with an incredible wealth of knowledge about beer making and its history. Could not recommend more!!”

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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

“Had a wonderful time- so well organized, yet felt organic enough that it was easy to make friends and feel like I fit in, even as a solo traveler. The bars were all so cool and definitely worth revisiting later in my trip. This was…”

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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

“It was so much fun. Our guides, Michael and David(?), did so well. Good chemistry between them. A funny and entertaining mix, striking the right balance between dialogue, information, and beers. I will recommend this tour to all of my friends who will visit Edinburgh…”

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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

“We had a charming stay in Stirling in this beautiful and tastefully decorated apartment. Every detail has been carefully chosen to match the character of the historic building and the atmosphere of the old town. The apartment is spacious, fuRead more”

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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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