Edinburgh, it’s been said, has more pubs and bars per square mile than any other city in the UK – so it’s no surprise there's some absolute crackers among them.
Now, popular travel magazine Time Out has compiled a list of what it reckons to be “the absolute best pubs in Edinburgh for drinks, food and just generally hanging out”.
Browse our photo gallery to see what Time Out considers to be Auld Reekie’s best boozers. And, before you go, please let us know your own favourites in the comments section.
Note, the pubs and bars are compiled in no particular order.
13. The Sheep Heid Inn
Address: 43-45 The Causeway, Edinburgh EH15 3QA. Time Out says: A firm favourite among climbers of Arthur’s Seat in need of refreshment, students keen on Scotland’s oldest skittle alley and Sunday-roast-hunters. Photo: Third Party
14. Jolly Judge
Address: 7 James Court, Edinburgh EH1 2PB. Time Out says: Its proximity to the tourist-friendly Royal Mile means it fills up quickly, but despite all that, it still manages to maintain a friendly, local atmosphere. Photo: Third Party
15. Sandy Bell's
Address: 25 Forrest Rd, Edinburgh EH1 2QH.Time Out: Once a shop, Sandy Bell’s has been a pub since at least the 1920s and has played a key role in the Scottish folk music revival. Photo: Third Party
16. The Cumberland Bar
Address: 1-3 Cumberland St, Edinburgh EH3 6RT. Time Out says: From the hanging baskets and beer garden outside to the warren of rooms inside with their simple, traditional decor, you can tell this is a highly civilised pub. Photo: Third Party