Thirsty for Edinburgh: Scotlands Best Historical Pub Tour
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Welcome cocktail courtesy of 'Thirsty For's' mixologists
- Guide
- Alcoholic beverages You are welcome to purchase your own beverages at each stop
Meeting Location
Chambers Street
Edinburgh EH1 1JF, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
29-35 Niddry Street
Edinburgh EH1 1LG, UK
What To Expect
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Old Town
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh Castle
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Royal Mile
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Greyfriars Kirk
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grassmarket
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-5535372P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Welcome cocktail courtesy of 'Thirsty For's' mixologists.
- Guide.
- Alcoholic beverages. You are welcome to purchase your own beverages at each stop.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Thirsty for Edinburgh: Scotlands Best Historical Pub Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Thirsty for Edinburgh: Scotlands Best Historical Pub Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Welcome cocktail courtesy of 'Thirsty For's' mixologists
- Guide
- Alcoholic beveragesYou are welcome to purchase your own beverages at each stop
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
