Edinburgh pubs: 13 of the last-standing 'proper old-school' pubs in the Old Town - including Malt Shovel Inn
The most beautiful part of the Capital has no shortage of places to enjoy a cold glass of something, though admittedly, it has seen major changes over the past few years. And not all of them for the better.
These days, traditional pubs in the area have to compete with a wide array of wine and cocktail bars, specialist gin and rum outlets and craft beer bars. And that’s not forgetting the number of once-loved boozers which have been converted into gastropubs.
All is not lost, though, as there’s still some places where you can enjoy a pint of lager and a packet of crisps – perhaps with a Hibs or Hearts match on the telly or a game of pool or darts thrown in for good measure.
Take a look through our photo gallery to see 13 traditional pubs in Edinburgh’s Old Town we’d recommend for a pint.
All is not lost, though, as there’s still some places where you can enjoy a pint of lager and a packet of crisps – perhaps with a Hibs or Hearts match on the telly or a game of pool or darts thrown in for good measure.
5. The Jolly Judge
Where: 7 James Court, Edinburgh EH1 2PB. The Jolly Judge sits at the foot of an Edinburgh ‘close’, in the centre of the Capital’s historic Old Town, a mere 2 minutes’ walk from the Castle. Photo: Third Party
6. The Bow Bar
Where: 80 West Bow, Edinburgh EH1 2HH. Award winning whisky and real ale pub in the heart of Edinburgh's old town. Photo: Third Party
7. Halfway House
Where: 24 Fleshmarket Close, Edinburgh EH1 1BX. One of Edinburgh’s smallest pubs, situated a very short distance between Waverley train station and the Royal Mile. Photo: Third Party
8. The Doric Tavern
Where: 15-16 Market St, Edinburgh EH1 1DE. The Doric was built in the 17th century on Edinburgh's Market Street and adapted to become a gastropub in the 18th century. Photo: Third Party