Scotland come face to face with South Africa in their Rugby World Cup Pool B opener at the Stade Velodrome in Marseille on Sunday.
This weekend's match against the Springboks kicks off at 4.45pm, then the following Sunday it’s a 4.45pm start for the Tonga test and a 8pm start for the final group game against Ireland on Saturday, October 7.
In between, there’s plenty other exciting fixtures for rugby fans to sink their teeth into – and where better to watch the action than an Edinburgh boozer with a cold pint of beer.
For those looking to get out and catch a match, we’ve put together a list of 15 bars in the Capital where you can watch the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
In between, there’s plenty other exciting fixtures for rugby fans to sink their teeth into – and where better to watch the action than an Edinburgh boozer with a cold pint of beer.
![Milnes Bar in Rose Street is a popular choice amongst locals when the rugby is on - and for good reason. As well as having good TV screens, they serve real ales and freshly cooked pub grub.](https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjQyNTVmNmNiLWMxMGItNGY4My05YjU1LWRjNGYyZmNlMWI4Yjo0NjFmMGJjMC02NDlkLTQ1Y2ItYmJkZC0yYmQ5YTI5MWM2OTU=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
13. Milnes Bar
Milnes Bar in Rose Street is a popular choice amongst locals when the rugby is on - and for good reason. As well as having good TV screens, they serve real ales and freshly cooked pub grub. Photo: Google Streetview
![The Pear Tree in Nicolson Street, Newington, is famed for its large beer garden which boasts one of the biggest outdoor screens in Edinburgh. You can also watch the action inside the venue, which has various screens.](https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOmIwM2Y2Y2Q4LWYzMTYtNDJiNS1hM2YyLTZjOTI5MjE0YTYxMjpmNGRkY2U0ZS05MjBiLTQ3YTEtYjQzNS00NzQ5MTJjODA1OWE=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
14. The Pear Tree
The Pear Tree in Nicolson Street, Newington, is famed for its large beer garden which boasts one of the biggest outdoor screens in Edinburgh. You can also watch the action inside the venue, which has various screens. Photo: Google Maps
![The Irish pub near Haymarket is known for its electric sports atmosphere, and will be a great choice for those wanting to watch the Rugby World Cup.](https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjZhMjE2YTg2LWIyODQtNDAwNS1iODI4LWY2MWY0NWI0NGE2YzowYTViOTUwNC02NGJiLTQyOWMtOWQ4NS03MGZhNTg3NGFjZTE=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
15. Malones
The Irish pub near Haymarket is known for its electric sports atmosphere, and will be a great choice for those wanting to watch the Rugby World Cup. Photo: Ryan Snedden
![The Chanter, on Bread Street, is one of Edinburgh’s go-to sports bars, and its many high-definition TVs ensure that patrons always get a great view of the action. A great place to watch the match and drinks won't break the bank here.](https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOmQ2MWYwMjQ1LTYwMzMtNDE3OC1iNTQwLWU4MmE3Yjg4MWE2ZTozOGIxYjUzOS1iNmVjLTRmN2UtODZlZS1lZGVmYWI0YzNkNTk=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=800)
16. The Chanter
The Chanter, on Bread Street, is one of Edinburgh’s go-to sports bars, and its many high-definition TVs ensure that patrons always get a great view of the action. A great place to watch the match and drinks won't break the bank here. Photo: Third Party