Discover Edinburgh through beer. Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town and Southside while tracing the history of Scotland through beer with stops for narrated tastings of local brews.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 2 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Itinerary
Starting location:
The Holyrood 9A
Edinburgh Old Town
Beer (25 minutes)
Edinburgh Old Town
Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (25 minutes)
Royal Mile, Edinburgh
Beer (25 minutes)
Royal Mile, Edinburgh
Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (25 minutes)
Canongate
Beer (20 minutes)
Canongate
Beer, Dinner, Lunch, Whiskey tasting, Food tasting (45 minutes)
Finish at:
Canongate
Main stop
Other stop
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Learn how Scotland became the largest exporter of bottled beer in the world
- See the impact beer money had on the city's architecture
- Taste great beers from across Scotland
- Explore beyond the tourist areas and head where the locals go
Full description
Enjoy a unique walking tour of Edinburgh's historic Old Town tracing the history of the city through beer from the 1100's right through today's vibrant craft beer scene.
Setting off from the Royal Mile, you'll discover how Edinburgh grew to become the most important city in the world for brewing and how beer money shaped the city's development. You'll hear stories of rivalry, global expansion, politics, geography and science.
Along the way you'll stop for tutored tastings of Scotland's award winning beers. You'll also be introduced to the raw ingredients and science of brewing and the expert guides will help you discover flavours you'll love.
This tour is for history lovers or beer lovers who'd like to discover the authentic story of Edinburgh's development and experience the exciting local craft beer scene.
Tours are limited to 12 people so that your expert local guides can answer all your questions and help you discover your new favourite drink.
You'll be entertained, informed and refreshed!
Includes
- Fully guided tour
- Tutored tastings
- Beer for tastings
- Local pub guide
- Additional beer after tastings
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- Children under 18 years
Select participants and date
Participants
Date
Meeting point
Meet your guide inside Holyrood 9A. Let the bar staff know you're there for a ScotBeer Tour.
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Comfortable shoes
Not allowed
- Intoxication
Know before you go
- Dietary requirements should be advised in advance
- Beer can only be served to guests aged 18 and over
- Venues are required to check ID for anyone who appears under 25 years old