--- title: Edinburgh: Pubs & History Walking Tour with Beer Tasting lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 54 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.92 reviews: 310 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 14 of 22 (Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-pubs-history-walking-tour-with-beer-tasting/ --- # Edinburgh: Pubs & History Walking Tour with Beer Tasting **Guidekin's take:** Historic pubs and modern craft beer bars frame this walk through Edinburgh's beer culture. Six beer tastings, a half pint of cask ale and a printed or digital pub guide are included; expect to walk between stops. 4.92 from 310 reviews at €54 per person for 2h. ## Overview Explore the rich pub culture of Scotland with a unique walking tour of Edinburgh 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 personalised attention from your local host and a truly unique experience that you'll remember long after your visit to Edinburgh. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet your host outside 26 St Giles'… - 10 start times: between 11:00 and 20:00 - Food included: see what is included - Age 18+: minimum age to join ## Key facts - Price: from €54 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.92/5 from 310 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Recommended by 98% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: ScotBeer Tours ## What's included - 6 beer tastings and a half pint of cask ale - Local Pub Guide (Digital or Printed) ## Itinerary 1. **Edinburgh Old Town** (1m) - The Old Town of Edinburgh 2. **A place so special for beer it was once known as the "Charmed Circle** (45m) - " We'll visit historic breweries and visit pubs to try traditional cask ale. 3. **A vibrant street steeped in history and known for its eclectic mix of pubs, b...** (30m) - 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. 4. **McEwan Hall** (pass by, no stop) - The graduation hall for The University of Edinburgh 5. **University of Edinburgh** (pass by, no stop) - The Old College of The University of Edinburgh 6. **Grassmarket** (pass by, no stop) - Historic market area in the shadow of the castle ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10 start times between 11:00 and 20:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet your host outside 26 St Giles' Street in the Old Town. This is the last door on the street next to the railings at the top of the steps. Lost? Late? Reply to the SMS you received the morning of your tour. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJITfEqprHh0gRXAK-aiTjO10 ## 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 ## Compared with other Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #14 of 22** | €54 | 2h | 4.92 (310) | shared | | [Lind and Lime Gin Distillery Tour and Tasting](/uk/edinburgh/tours/lind-and-lime-gin-distillery-tour-and-tasting/?format=md) | €36 | 1h 15m | 5.0 (579) | shared | | [The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh](/uk/edinburgh/tours/the-chocolatarium-chocolate-tour-experience-in-edinburgh/?format=md) | €33 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (4865) | shared | | [Edinburgh Gin The Classic Tour & tasting](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-gin-the-classic-tour-tasting/?format=md) | €33 | 1h 5m | 4.98 (494) | private | Ranked #14 of 22 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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