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Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour with Professional Actors
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Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour with Professional Actors

by Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour

2 hours
Edinburgh
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2 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
£45£50Save 10%
2 adults × £22.50
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This two-hour walking tour in Edinburgh features a dramatic performance by two professional actors as they lead guests through the wynds, courtyards, and pubs of both the Old and New Town. The script covers over three hundred years of Scottish literature, highlighting well-known figures such as Burns, Scott, and Stevenson, as well as lesser-known literary characters who contributed humor and wit to Edinburgh's tavern culture. The tour is presented as a theatrical duel of wits that explores the city's literary history beyond standard guides. It has been operating since 1996 and has welcomed more than 500,000 visitors. Alcoholic drinks are not included in the tour price. Participants should be prepared to walk through various historic neighborhoods while enjoying the actors' performances, which bring Edinburgh’s literary past to life in an entertaining format.

Highlights

Two-hour walking tour through Edinburgh's Old and New Town
Dramatic script performed by two professional actors
Covers over three hundred years of Scottish literary history
Visits wynds, courtyards, and pubs with literary significance

What's included

Performance by two professional actors

What's not included

Alcoholic beverages

Itinerary

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Edinburgh Old Town

The tour unfolds as a dramatic and witty walk through the wynds, courtyards, and pubs of Edinburgh’s Old and New Town, lasting about two hours.

120 min

Meeting point

Look out for our Ticketing person wearing bright vest. The tour starts up the stairs at The Beehive on the top floor. Feel free to purchase a drink at the bar beforehand and bring it upstairs with you to enjoy the first scene!

End point

The end point of the tour varies depending on group size and weather etc but generally we aim to finish up in The West-End in "The New Town". Please drop us an email if you need to know in advance or speak with our actors on the night.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
£45Save 10% vs Viator