Edinburgh Pub & History Tour
Overview
Sample a variety of local craft beers at charming historic pubs and modern craft beer bars, while learning about the fascinating history of beer in Edinburgh.
Led by expert guides, this tour offers an authentic and immersive experience that is both informative and enjoyable. With small group sizes, you'll receive personalized attention from your local guide and a truly unique experience that you'll remember long after your visit to Edinburgh.
Inclusions
- Alcoholic Beverages - 6 beer tastings and a half pint of cask ale
- Local Pub Guide (Digital or Printed)
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh EH1 Scotland
The Old Town of Edinburgh
Duration: 1 minute
Pass By: Edinburgh City Chambers, 45-329 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1PN Scotland
Our meeting point for the tour.
Pass By: St Giles' Cathedral, High Street Historic Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1RE Scotland
A stunning medieval church with a surprising beer story.
Stop At: Cowgate, Edinburgh, UK
A vibrant street steeped in history and known for its eclectic mix of pubs, bars, nightclubs, and live music venues. We'll stop for our first beers and your guide will happily recommend places to visit after the tour.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Scotland
The Old College of The University of Edinburgh
Pass By: McEwan Hall, Teviot Place Bristo Square, Edinburgh EH8 9AG Scotland
The graduation hall for The University of Edinburgh
Stop At: Canongate, Edinburgh EH8, UK
A place so special for beer it was once known as the "Charmed Circle." We'll visit historic breweries and visit pubs to try traditional cask ale.
Duration: 45 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Thoroughly enjoyable trip around Edinburgh, with beers included. Knowledgeable, interesting and entertaining, Jenny was an engaging host. I’m not a one for guided tours, but this was the exception - recommended.
Thoroughly enjoyable trip around Edinburgh, with beers included. Knowledgeable, interesting and entertaining, Jenny was an engaging host. I’m not a one for guided tours, but this was the exception - recommended.Was trying to find out where Edinburgh’s hidden craft beer gems were. Tour showed us a few spots and had sampled quite a few different styles of beers while listening the beer history of the city. Walked a lot and met some good folks that were part of the same tour. Everyone part of the tour w...
Was trying to find out where Edinburgh’s hidden craft beer gems were. Tour showed us a few spots and had sampled quite a few different styles of beers while listening the beer history of the city. Walked a lot and met some good folks that were part of the same tour. Everyone part of the tour were UK citizens and very friendly when we told them we were from Texas. Lisa did a great job thoroughly explaining the different types of beers in great detail and really knows her stuff. I just wish we would’ve actually had full beers at each spot rather than small samples but that’s my only complaint lol! Enjoy!Our group of 6 had a blast on our 2 1/2 hour Old Town Tour with Lisa. Our tour started in a really cool underground vault to hear an informative history of beer in Scotland, an explanation of the process of brew making, and an entertaining tasting session. Lisa was impressively well informed, and...
Our group of 6 had a blast on our 2 1/2 hour Old Town Tour with Lisa. Our tour started in a really cool underground vault to hear an informative history of beer in Scotland, an explanation of the process of brew making, and an entertaining tasting session. Lisa was impressively well informed, and very articulate, with a very engaging passion for beer culture in Edinburgh. Our walking tour continued to 2 other venues where we sampled several other beers. We couldn't have had a better guide for this tour. This is a EXTREMELY fun way to spend a few hours in Edinburgh. I highly recommend the Old Town Walking Tour!Lisa led us on an outstanding adventure of sight, smell and taste. Got a little bit of Scottish history at the same time. Loved it!
Lisa led us on an outstanding adventure of sight, smell and taste. Got a little bit of Scottish history at the same time. Loved it!I booked onto the old town beer tour with my husband. We had a fantastic time! Jenny was great and struck the perfect balance between making it a fun afternoon and being very knowledgeable. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone visiting Edinburgh who has an interest in beer.
I booked onto the old town beer tour with my husband. We had a fantastic time! Jenny was great and struck the perfect balance between making it a fun afternoon and being very knowledgeable. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone visiting Edinburgh who has an interest in beer.Our tour guide Jenny was extremely knowledgeable about the history of beer and brewing in Edinburgh - and while history can be pretty dry, she was really fun and entertaining! She had picked out a great selection of local Scottish beers and brewpubs so the tasting was really enjoyable. Very highl...
Our tour guide Jenny was extremely knowledgeable about the history of beer and brewing in Edinburgh - and while history can be pretty dry, she was really fun and entertaining! She had picked out a great selection of local Scottish beers and brewpubs so the tasting was really enjoyable. Very highly recommended tour - Four Thumbs Up!