Where to Go Out: the 9 Best Edinburgh Bar Crawls

1.The Original Pub Crawl 7 Bars 7 Shots & Discounts

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 754 reviews · 6 hours · from $20Our pick

Start inside Bar 50 and follow an English-speaking guide through seven Edinburgh Old Town bars over six hours. You receive six provider-selected shots plus one opening bomb, VIP entry, and 25% discounts at selected venues. Guides such as Tom, Tiana, Adele, Lewis, and Adam are known for keeping solo visitors and groups involved.

“T was absolutely amazing. 🥳 We were part of massive group (around 40 people) and she went out of her way to make sure everyone felt included and had an awesome night. Thank you, T! ❤️”

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2.7 Bar Pub Crawl with 7 Shots & Discounts

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 467 reviews · 5 hours · from $16

Meet downstairs at O’Neill’s in Hunter Square for a five-hour Edinburgh night out across seven bars, clubs, and live music venues. Your English-speaking guide leads the group, provides seven shots, arranges free entry, and helps you skip queues. Guides such as Alvaro, Ál, Belle, Erin, Theis, and Alvaro have earned praise for keeping large groups friendly and together.

“This was my first pub crawl, and I’m so glad to say I had an absolutely brilliant time! Alvaro, our tour guide, was fantastic friendly, engaging, and incredibly helpful throughout the night. The selection of pubs was excellent, offering a great variety of styles that really captured the essence of Edinburgh’s culture. I would totally recommend this experience to anyone looking for a fun and memorable night out!”

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3.The Original Edinburgh Pub Crawl: 7 Bars!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 282 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $20

Start at Bar Fifty, then move through seven city-centre bars and clubs with guides such as Tia, Tom, Esther, Cameron, and Justin. Your ticket includes six shots, one bomb, drink discounts, and VIP entry. Expect a social, fast-moving night for roughly four to six hours, with venues changing nightly.

“It was a good time. Guides were very accommodating. The tour definitely packs in a lot of bars and dance clubs, so variety is plentiful. I'm an American near my 40's and there were primarily people in the 20's on the tour. So this tour is perfect for college students or recent grads rather then for old-timey stiffs like me. But, definitely would recommend for party people wanting a crash course in Edinburgh nightlife.”

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4.Eden Mill Edinburgh Love Gin Cocktail Masterclass

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · from $41Top rated

Meet at Eden Mill’s Edinburgh venue on Rutland Street for a one-hour Love Gin masterclass. You’ll taste three cocktails, make one yourself, and learn about gin botanicals, bar tools, and garnishes from hosts such as Andre, Robert, Olivia, and Isaac. Small groups keep the session personal.

“Robert was a wonderful host. I learned all about Gin and what it takes to make these delicious cocktails. The atmosphere of the cocktail lounge was very cool.”

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5.Scottish Comedy Night at an Old Town Cocktail Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $9Best value

You’ll spend 2.5 hours at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar hearing four or five Scottish comedians test brand-new material, with hosts Ralph Brown or Ross Leslie keeping the night moving. Drinks and food cost extra, and the show is for adults 18 and over. Check Good Egg Comedy’s Instagram for the lineup.

“Ross was brilliant host, comedians were trying out new material with mixed results but overall very funny”

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6.Afternoon Whisky Tasting in a Traditional Edinburgh Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $54

Meet Neil at 2:30pm near the Lawnmarket for a 90-minute tasting at The Jolly Judge. In a group of no more than six, you will sample four single malt Scotch whiskies, learn about production and flavor, and get practical advice on Edinburgh whisky shops and bars. Beginners are welcome.

“Neil was great! His explanations were down to earth and specific. For 2 novices, he opened up a new world of tastes. I would do it again and highly recommend it. His scientific background never got in the way. It was a perfect excursion away from our cruise ship and got us deeper into the local culture.”

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7.Bobby’s Bar Crawl 5 Bars, Nightclub and Scottish Ceilidh Dance

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $20

Start at 9 p.m. on Cowgate and follow Bobby’s hosts through Edinburgh’s Old Town for Scottish ceilidh dancing, live music, Frankenstein Pub, Biddy Mulligans, and The Hive nightclub. James, Luciano, and Danielle are among the hosts. Entry, shots, drink deals, photos, and a wristband are included, but drinks and food cost extra.

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8.Ultimate Pub Crawl Party with 7 Bars & 1 Club

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 14 reviews · 6 hours · from $20

Join Ebrius hosts at OX184 for a six-hour Edinburgh night out through seven city-centre bars and one club. Expect queue skipping, party games, new friends, seven advertised welcome shots, and selected drink deals. You must be 18 or older, carry physical photo ID, and dress for venue rules.

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9.Love Gin Cocktail Masterclass

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $40

Meet the Eden Mill team beneath The Huxley on Rutland Street for a one-hour English-language class. You’ll learn to mix a Bramble, sample local marshmallows and macarons, and hear how gin is made and produced in Edinburgh. The setting is an atmospheric historical basement bar. Alcohol is included, and the class is for adults 18 and over.

“So unglaublich nettes Personen. Sehr lustig und informativ. Die Cocktails waren der Wahnsinn!”

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