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Best Bars near Anchor Close

Discover the best bars near Anchor Close. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best bars near Anchor Close

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Arcade Bar Haggis & Whisky House, celebrating 20 years of serving The Best Haggis in Town!

Cozy Edinburgh bar serving renowned haggis and over 100 whiskies in a warm, traditional Scottish setting with hearty portions and friendly vibes.

48 Cockburn St, Jackson's Cl, Edinburgh EH1 1PB
4.5 Excellent 2,116 reviews
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Copper Still

Cozy Royal Mile retreat dishing fresh Scottish eats and drams amid buskers and historic vibes – from breakfast brekkie to late-night cocktails.

154 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1QS
4.2 Very Good 431 reviews
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The Devil's Advocate

Historic Victorian pump house gastropub in Edinburgh’s Old Town with over 300 whiskies and award-winning cocktails in a rustic, lively setting.

9 Advocate's Cl, Edinburgh EH1 1ND
4.5 Excellent 3,808 reviews
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Whistlebinkies

Edinburgh’s legendary underground live music bar offering free entry, vibrant bands, and a cozy vaults atmosphere every night until the early hours.

4-6 South Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1LL
4.4 Very Good 2,452 reviews
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Royal Mile Tavern

Traditional Scottish pub on Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile with over 100 whiskies, hearty fare, and nightly live music until 1am.

127 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1SG
4.5 Excellent 2,543 reviews
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Whiski Bar & Restaurant

A cosy Royal Mile whisky bar with 300+ Scotch malts, hearty Scottish food and nightly live music in Edinburgh’s Old Town.

119 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1SG
4.4 Very Good 3,448 reviews
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The Banshee Labyrinth

Discover Scotland’s most haunted pub, a labyrinth of eerie vaults and lively entertainment beneath Edinburgh’s Old Town.

29-35 Niddry St, Edinburgh EH1 1LG
4.6 Excellent 2,577 reviews
united-kingdom/edinburgh/old-town/bar/deacon-brodies-tavern

Deacon Brodies Tavern

Historic Royal Mile pub channeling Deacon Brodie's Jekyll-and-Hyde legacy with cask ales, hearty pies, and Old Town buzz—perfect for ale lovers and tale seekers.

435 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2NT
4.4 Very Good 5,201 reviews
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Cask

Discover Cask: Edinburgh's rooftop cocktail bar offering stunning views, innovative drinks, and delectable small plates in a vibrant atmosphere.

Waverley Mall Rooftop, 3 Princes St, Edinburgh EH1 1BQ
4.3 Very Good 496 reviews
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Monteiths

Discover Monteiths in Edinburgh, a lively bar and restaurant offering delicious British cuisine and world-class cocktails in a vibrant atmosphere.

61 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1SR
4.5 Excellent 883 reviews

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Discover the historic Anchor Close nestled off Cockburn Street, where medieval lanes meet Scots Baronial charm in Edinburgh’s vibrant Old Town.

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