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Scotland’s capital city is said to have more pubs per square metre than any other UK city – and amongst them are some absolute stunners.
From old-school boozers with original interiors that make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time, to trendy style bars, there’s something to suit all tastes in the bar-illiant city of Edinburgh.
We asked Evening News readers on our Facebook Page to tell us the prettiest bars in the city – and hundreds of you answered.
Have a scroll through our picture gallery to see some of the most popular choices – and let us know your thoughts in the comments section before you go.
We asked Evening News readers on our Facebook Page to tell us the prettiest bars in the city – and hundreds of you answered.
5. The Guildford Arms
Where: 1 West Register St, Edinburgh EH2 2AA. An old-school Victorian pub which has been family-owned since 1896. Marvel at the Rococo plaster ceiling and take in the jaw-dropping ornamented bar - one of the last to survive from the 'golden age' of Scottish pub design - as you sip on a quality real ale. Photo: Guildford Arms
Where: 398 Easter Road, Edinburgh EH6 8HT. The Persevere Bar has traditional mahogany furnishings and bar, tiled murals, and booths. A staple of Leith, this much-loved pub serves both Scottish and Polish cuisine. Photo: The Persevere Bar
Where: 25-27 Greenside Place, Edinburgh EH1 3AA. A stunning bar beside the Edinburgh Playhouse with elegant chandeliers, vintage fireplaces and a stylish island bar. Photo: The Theatre Royal
Where: 19 W Register St, Edinburgh EH2 2AA. This stunning city centre venue has an opulent Parisian-style saloon bar interior which makes simply enjoying a drink a luxurious experience. There is a traditional oyster bar serving fresh seafood dishes and a selection of continental lagers and local ales to try. Photo: Third Party
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