The Condé Nast team have included a few traditonal boozers in their list, but some trendy style bars have made the cut, too.
Take a look through our photo gallery to see what the travel magazine’s writers consider Edinburgh’s best bars.
. 15 of the best
Take a look through our photo gallery to discover the 15 best pubs in Edinburgh right now, according to Conde Nast Traveller. Photo: Third Party
. Newbarns Brewery & Taproom
Where: 13 Jane Street, Edinburgh EH6 5HE Conde Nast Traveller says: Hidden down Jane Street, the cavernous venue fits a decent number of punters, with snacks, bar billiards, darts and dominoes all on offer, plus resident dog Skirlie ready to greet you upon entry. Photo: Third Party
. The Dagda Bar
Where: 93-95 Buccleuch Street, Edinburgh EH8 9NG Conde Nast Traveller says: If you’re looking for a quality pint in a more traditional yet friendly boozer, it’s impossible to go wrong with Dagda. Photo: Third Party
. The Sheep Heid Inn
Where: 43-45 The Causeway, Edinburgh EH15 3QA Conde Nast Traveller says: The pot of gold at the end of a walk over Arthur’s Seat, a visit to Edinburgh’s oldest pub is all part of the aforementioned trek experience. Photo: Third Party
. Sandy Bell's
Where: Sandy Bell’s, 25 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QH Conde Nast Traveller says: Often overshadowed by neighbouring hipster hotspots, the no-frills Sandy Bell’s is an Edinburgh institution. Photo: Third Party
. Bennetts Bar
Where: 8 Leven Street, Edinburgh EH3 9LG Conde Nast Traveller says: The 1900s snug, once used to separate female patrons from their male peers, is now one of the most prized seats in the house. Photo: Third Party
13. Lost in Leith
Where: 82 Commercial Street, Edinburgh EH6 6LX Conde Nast Traveller says: Try one of Campervan’s classics on tap or if you’re feeling adventurous, one of the many weird and wonderful beers they have in stock from all over the world. Photo: Third Party
14. Moonwake Beer Co.
Where: 6A Tower Street, Edinburgh EH6 7BY Conde Nast Traveller says: Keep an eye out for special taproom events like restaurant takeovers and on a sunny day, make the most of the weather by taking your pint out to their yard space. Photo: Third Party
15. Royal Dick
Where: 1 Summerhall, Edinburgh EH9 1PL Conde Nast Traveller says: Nestled in the courtyard of Edinburgh arts complex Summerhall, the Royal Dick was once the Small Animal Hospital of the Dick Vet School, which explains the fascinating array of veterinary artefacts that decorate its interior. Photo: Third Party
16. Café Royal Circle Bar
Where: 19 West Register Street, Edinburgh EH2 2AA Conde Nast Traveller says: If the Parisian-style exterior of this bar doesn’t first grab your attention, the decorative lobster hanging above the entry will. I Photo: Third Party