Our Pick of 7 Beer Walking Tours in the UK

1.Pubs & History Walking Tour with Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 266 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $63Our pick

Walk Edinburgh’s Old Town with a beer-loving guide such as Wag, Iain, Christy, Sara, or Tilly. Visit three pubs, taste traditional cask ale and newer Scottish styles, and hear how brewing shaped Canongate, Cowgate, and the city. The two-hour tour costs $63.77, includes all tastings, and accepts up to 12 people.

“We had a fantastic time on the tour. It was a great mix of beer and history. We made three tasting stops and tried a wide variety of beers including traditionally served real ale/cask ale. I can highly recommend this tour for both casual beer drinkers and serious beer enthusiasts visiting Edinburgh!”

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2.Pubs and History Guided Walking Tour with Beer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 254 reviews · 2 hours · from $62

Meet outside 26 St Giles’ Street for a two-hour walk through Edinburgh’s Old Town, Royal Mile, Canongate, and Grassmarket. Your guide may be Tilly, Sara, Dylan, Fran, Wag, Ian, or another local beer expert. Expect three pub stops, Scottish beer tastings, brewing lessons, and city stories that reach well beyond the main tourist route.

“A fantastic tour with both a good amount of history and very different beers. Our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. We got to visit some pubs which are hidden gems!”

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3.Pubs & History Walking Tour with Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $63

Start near George Square and walk through Merchant City with a small group, stopping at three pubs for Scottish beer tastings. Guides such as Mhairi, Iain, Leigh, and James explain brewing, beer styles, and Glasgow’s past. Expect several samples, a little walking, and a friendly afternoon in English.

“Great way to learn about Glasgow’s history while enjoying a variety of beer. And also a perfect activity if traveling solo. Mhairi is a great guide!”

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4.Pubs & History Guided Walking Tour with Beer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 74 reviews · 2 hours · from $62

Walk from Nelson Mandela Place through High Street, Merchant City, and George Square while learning how Glasgow’s brewing trade shaped the city. Your guide, such as Mhairi, Iain, James, or Lei, leads tastings of Scottish beers in local bars and explains brewing, ingredients, and the story of William Harley.

“This was a great way to learn about Glasgow ( and we did), have a guided tour of the area, (Iain did a super job), meet likeminded people ( they loved history, and beer!) and try out the beers of Glasgow ( and we did!) Really well done, hosted superbly and very insightful. We felt very looked after and did learn an awful lot. It's a big recommend from us. Thankyou.”

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5.Harry Potter Walking Tour and Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 5 hours · from $66

Join an English-speaking Potter-head guide for a small-group walk from Tron Kirk through Edinburgh’s Harry Potter sights, including Old College, Greyfriars Kirkyard, the Elephant Café, and Victoria Street. After free time, meet a local beer expert at The Lost Close for a tasting of several Scottish beers. Guides may include Jackson or Kristy for the walk and Eleonor for the tasting.

“Very knowledgeable tour guide who made it very interesting”

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6.The Brighton Food and Beer Walking Tour Min 8 people

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $89

Meet your BFT guide and Beer & Brew sommelier at 2pm near Brighton Pavilion for a three-hour walk through five independent bars and eateries. Expect beer tastings, generous food samples, pairing tips, local history, and about 2 to 3 miles on foot. The tour is for adults, needs at least eight people, and caps groups at 10.

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7.Bath: Guided Walking Tour with Beer Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 hours · from $60Best value

Meet Gez at Bath Brew House for a small-group walk through Bath’s pubs and Georgian sights. Over two hours, you’ll taste five half pints, learn about beer styles and brewing, visit The Circus, and finish with stout near the Royal Crescent. Comfortable shoes and weatherproof clothing are essential.

“This is a wonderful tour. Gez is informative about the history and types of beer but also about the town of Bath and its history. Highly recommend spending the afternoon enjoying the pubs, taverns, freehouses or inns of Bath.”

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