Taste the Best Scottish Ales: Rose Street Private Pub Tour

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What You’ll Experience
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3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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English
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Step into Edinburgh's heart with a local guide on a private tour through Rose Street's historic pubs. Taste authentic ales, savor local tales, and unwind in Scotland's legendary bars.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Embark on a journey through time & heritage, from old to new within the heart of Edinburgh, home to many of the UK’s oldest drinking establishments, with local pubs (or ‘locals’) at the heart of communities all over the city. The city’s Rose Street is one of the most famous streets in Scotland, and for good reason – this intimate and friendly lane has played host to many great people over the years. Its pubs are still alive today with great stories, great beers and amazing food.


On your Tour of Edinburgh’s Historic Pubs, swerve the mediocre and over-hyped to seek out pubs with authentic character. Your tour guide - a local expert - will take you to three of the best pubs on Rose Street, where you will enjoy a pour of whiskey or a pint at each stop (up to three drinks included).

What You Get

Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
One single-shot pour of whisky or pint at each pub (up to 3 pubs)
A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
Food and additional drinks
Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point
Transportation throughout experience

Good To Know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

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Edinburgh

Hear fascinating tales of Edinburgh’s centuries-old pub culture, and enjoy a tasting of either a local beer, house wine, or a wee dram (single shot) of whisky at each of the three pubs.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
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Rose Street

Enjoy a walking tour of the famous Rose Street area in Edinburgh. Stop at many traditional taverns and soak up the cosy, old-fashioned atmosphere of Edinburgh’s historic pubs, and visit three of the best-selected of the city’s 700 pubs (that’s one every 83 metres) in a population of 500,000.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Calton Hill (Pass By)

End your tour outside the entrance of Calton Hill, where you can climb up to continue exploring at your own leisure.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Scott's Bar, Rose Street, Edinburgh Scotland, United Kingdom, GB, EH2 4AZ

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Your guide will meet you outside of Scott's of Rose Street located at 202 Rose St, Edinburgh EH2 4AZ, United Kingdom.
End Point

Calton Hill, Edinburgh Scotland, United Kingdom, GB, EH7 5BN

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Finish point will be outside the Calton Hill Stairs. The finish point will be close to public transport and taxi links, and your guide will assist with advising you on your journey.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Pub Hoppin w Paul
April 29, 2023
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Paul was our guide. First of all, meeting him was super easy he text me where to go and was easy to find. The tour was exceptional! We went to 3 different pubs, which was fantastic but Paul also ga...read more

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Earliest available date: August 26, 2025
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