Each March 17, millions of people across the world raise a glass or four to Ireland’s patron saint – and Scotland’s capital city isn’t short of Irish pubs where you can order a pint of the black stuff in traditional surroundings.
If you’re in Edinburgh or just visiting, scroll through our photo gallery to discover 8 pubs where you can enjoy a perfect pint of Guinness on St Patrick’s Day this Sunday.
5. Malones
Where: 14 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QN. Malone’s is something of a Edinburgh institution and will probably be the first recommendation locals give when asked for the best Irish bar in town. Irish owned and Irish run, you’re sure to enjoy a brilliant St Patrick’s Day here. Photo: Third Party
6. O'Connor's
Where: 2-4 Broughton Road, Edinburgh EH7 4EB. O'Connor's is known impressive range of whiskies from Scotland and Ireland. This St Patrick's Day they'll be serving a special cocktail menu. Tables can be booked now via their website. Photo: Third Party
7. Finnegan's Wake
Where: 9b Victoria St, Edinburgh EH1 2HE. Named after the James Joyce novel, Finnegan's Wake is famed for its live music and a "party atmosphere" is assured every night. For St Patrick's day, the pub will have live music from 2pm with Ray Considine. Photo: Third Party
8. Dropkick Murphys
Where: 7 Merchant Street, Edinburgh EH1 2QD. Open until 3am every night, Dropkick Murphys is the place to go if you want to dance until the wee small hours. There's regular live music and it's also a great venue for watching sport on the big screens. Dropkicks are celebrating St Patrick's Day eve, on March 16, with live music from 9pm until 3am. On St Patrick's Day itself, there will be more live music. Photo: Third Party