11 Edinburgh pubs which still have authentic historical features

By Neil Johnstone

Digital reporter

Published 1st Oct 2025, 17:02 GMT

There’s no shortage of authentic pubs in Edinburgh – where polished oak panels, stained-glass windows and ornate ceilings instantly take you back to centuries past.

These are buildings that have proudly preserved their original charm and showcase the city’s historical architecture and culture.

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There are far too many to name on this list so we’ve selected 11 Edinburgh bars with some of the best historical interiors according to CAMRA.

Take a look through out photo gallery and let us know some of your favourite historical pubs.

Address: 19a W Register Street, EH2 2AA

1. The Voodoo Rooms

Address: 19a W Register Street, EH2 2AA | Suzanne R Livingstone Photo: Suzanne R Livingstone

Address: 152-154 Rose Street, EH2 3JD

2. The Kenilworth

Address: 152-154 Rose Street, EH2 3JD Photo: The Kenilworth

Address: 8 Young Street, EH2 4JB

3. The Oxford Bar

Address: 8 Young Street, EH2 4JB Photo: Third Party

Address: 1 Queensferry Street, EH2 4PA

4. Mather's Bar (West End)

Address: 1 Queensferry Street, EH2 4PA | Kevin Quinn Photo: Kevin Quinn

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