Bobby's Bar Crawl Edinburgh: 5 bars, nightclub & shots
Five bars, a nightclub, live music and dancing until late
Bobby's Bar Crawl is a guided tour of Edinburgh's nightlife, starting at 9 PM at Pilgrim Bar and moving through five venues including Frankenstein and ending at Hive nightclub. The crawl includes entry to all bars and the club, complimentary shots at selected venues, exclusive drink deals, a wristband, professional photos, and a local host leading a mixed group of solo travelers and groups through the night.
Step-by-step itinerary
Edinburgh bar crawl and nightclub visit
- Meet at Pilgrim Bar at 9:00 PM
- Visit Bar 50 or Stramash
- Stop at The Three Sisters or Biddy Mulligans
- Enjoy Finnegan’s Wake
- Experience Frankenstein Bar
- End night at Hive Nightclub
The Experience
The night starts at 9 PM sharp at Pilgrim Bar in Edinburgh's Old Town, where you'll meet your host and the group before heading out. Pilgrim is a vibrant live music bar known for nightly bands and ceilidh dancing, so the energy is already high when you arrive. From there, the route moves through Bar 50 or Stramash, then The Three Sisters or Biddy Mulligans—each stop chosen for live music and a welcoming Irish pub atmosphere. The crawl hits Finnegan's Wake next, keeping the momentum going with the same lively vibe.
Frankenstein Bar is where the night shifts into something different: the iconic venue is known for its gothic setting and the legendary Frankenstein show, drawing a buzzing crowd. You'll get complimentary shots at selected venues along the way, and exclusive drink deals are waiting at each stop, so the cost stays low even as the night goes on. A photographer captures the group throughout, so you leave with professional photos and videos from the crawl.
The night ends at Hive Nightclub, famous for cheap drinks and a packed dance floor. By the time you arrive, you've already moved through the city's live music scene and met people from all over—the crawl is built around that international mix. The whole experience runs about four hours, and you'll have a wristband that gets you into every venue without having to sort entry at each door.
What’s included
- Entry to all five bars and Hive nightclub.
- complimentary shots at selected venues.
- exclusive drink deals throughout the night.
- local host guiding the group.
- professional photos and videos.
- wristband for entry at each venue.
Operated by Bobbys Bar Crawl
Is this one for you?The local host speaks English and leads the group at a social pace through live music venues and nightclubs, so solo travelers and groups mixing together can follow comfortably and meet people throughout the night. You'll need to be 18 or older to join.
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What time does Bobby's Bar Crawl start and where do I meet the group?
The crawl starts at 9 PM at Pilgrim Bar in Edinburgh's Old Town. Arrive on time to meet your host and the group before the night kicks off.
What's included in the £15 price for the bar crawl?
Entry to all five bars and Hive nightclub is included, along with complimentary shots at selected venues, exclusive drink deals, a wristband, and professional photos taken during the night. Additional drinks beyond the complimentary shots are not included but are available at the discounted rates.
What is Frankenstein Bar known for?
Frankenstein Bar is an iconic venue in Edinburgh known for its gothic setting, buzzing crowd, and the legendary Frankenstein show that draws people throughout the night.
Is this bar crawl good for solo travelers?
Yes, Bobby's Bar Crawl is designed for solo travelers and groups alike, with a lively international atmosphere and a local host leading the group through the night, making it easy to meet new people.
What happens at Hive Nightclub at the end of the crawl?
Hive Nightclub is where the crawl ends, famous for cheap drinks and a buzzing dance floor where you can keep dancing after moving through the live music venues earlier in the night.
Do I need to arrange my own transport between the bars?
Public transportation options are available nearby the venues on the crawl route, so you can use the city's transport network to move between stops if needed.
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