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Thirsty for Edinburgh: Scotlands Best Historical Pub Tour

5.0 (34 reviews) 3 hours Free cancellation
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Thirsty for Edinburgh: Scotlands Best Historical Pub Tour

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 16 people
People per booking
1–16
Guide
English
Operated by
Hungry For Tours

Ages: Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Welcome cocktail courtesy of 'Thirsty For's' mixologists
  • Included: Guide

Not included

  • Not included: Alcoholic beverages: You are welcome to purchase your own beverages at each stop

Itinerary

  1. Old Town

    20 min

    An introductory themed cocktail crafted by our in house mixologists

  2. Edinburgh Castle

    20 min

    A pub with a resident banshee, built into the labyrinthine tunnels of the old city

  3. Royal Mile

    20 min

    The last stop for those facing the hangmans rope, Edinburgh's most haunted pub

  4. Greyfriars Kirk

    20 min

    A pub with a heartwarming story about escaped executions

  5. Grassmarket

    20 min

    The oldest tavern in Edinburgh, where the bodysnatchers would choose their victims

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
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  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

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

Traveller ratings

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