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Thirsty for Edinburgh: Scotlands Best Historical Pub Tour

5.0(31)3 HoursEnglishEdinburgh

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A haunted jaunt through the historic pubs of Edinburgh’s grassmarket. This walking pub tour will offer a guided insight to the grizzly histories of Edinburgh’s old town in some of the most awe inspiring pubs in the country.

Included

Welcome cocktail courtesy of 'Thirsty For's' mixologists
Guide

Not included

You are welcome to purchase your own beverages at each stop

What you'll do

Old Town
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
An introductory themed cocktail crafted by our in house mixologists
20 min
Edinburgh Castle
Castlehill, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
A pub with a resident banshee, built into the labyrinthine tunnels of the old city
20 min
Royal Mile
High St., , Edinburgh, United Kingdom
The last stop for those facing the hangmans rope, Edinburgh's most haunted pub
20 min
Greyfriars Kirk
Greyfriars Kirk, Greyfriars Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
A pub with a heartwarming story about escaped executions
20 min
Grassmarket
21 Grassmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
The oldest tavern in Edinburgh, where the bodysnatchers would choose their victims
20 min

Meeting and pickup

5 locations

Pickup details

Your host will meet you on the steps outside the National Museum of Scotland.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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