Assembly
Assembly is a great place to relax over a glass of your favorite drink. The outdoor tables and the Sunday barbecues are the other attractions that draw the young crowd.
Old Town Bars
The historic Old Town of Edinburgh located in the heart of the city is home to some of the best pubs and bars in Edinburgh. The Old town has many cheaper pubs, where you can drink all day. Most of the taverns are housed in old fashioned historic buildings that add an old world charm to the milieu.
Browse our list of bars in old town to know the best places to grab a drink
Bar Kohl
At Bar Kohl, a perfectly mixed cocktail is always the norm. A trendy bar with 250 types of vodka on offer, bar kohl offers an equally diverse and interesting music play list as well.
Bliss
A trendy modern Bar with happy hours and DJ music.
City Café
The City Café has been serving Edinburgh and its visitors since the 1980’s. Situated in the heart of the city; providing excellent service, good value and great atmosphere. With a wide selection of food and drinks available, we are open everyday from 9am-1am. With a Private Function suite to hire, and DJs in the main bar at the weekend
Greyfriar's Bobby
A range of real ales and whiskies and an extensive menu of Greyfriars Bobby's attracts diners of all possible genres
Jolly Judge
The Jolly Judge is a cellar bar, which can be accessed down a flight of stairs.A nice place for a chit chat or a serious political discussion for its diverse clientèle including locals, journalists and court workers apart from tourists.
Negociants
Negociants is one of the most popular bars among Edinburgh’s student population. It has been a bustling food and drink joint in Edinburgh for over two decades. Convenient outdoor seating, located close to all the major venues and attractions.
The Bow Bar
Old fashioned and rustic themed, you can still see the age old gantries and the traditional Scottish tall founts that serve cask-conditioned beer in the Bow bar.
Bannerman's
Edinburgh’s original, and best, live music and whisky bar. The customers can enjoy their drink in a lively milieu, which will bring you back to this place over and over again.
Biddy Mulligan's
Based in the heart of Edinburgh's old town, this no nonsense Irish bar will keep you well entertained all through.
Cellar No 1
An underground pub that offers free jazz and Latin music during the week. Great service; no cover charge. the best attraction probably is the Long Vodka.
EH1
Sitting pretty right on Royal Mile, this bar offers great views around. A perfect bar for sitting outside and enjoying a drink or two. Could get crowded especially during the Festival.
Iguana
A popular choice among students and clubbers, Iguana is stylish and upbeat with their own in-house lifestyle magazine. A costly yet stylish place to spend your evening.
Medina
Spend your night with dance , cheap drinks and loads of fun in this unassuming night club in the Old town.
Sandy Bell's
A small, old fashioned street corner pub that serves premium quality real ales and selection of over 35 malt whiskies. A young crowd comprising mainly of students add up to the mood.