Glasgow Pub Culture: Historic Beer Tasting Tour

Embark on a unique historical walking tour with ScotBeer Tours in Glasgow. Sample local craft beers, explore traditional pubs, and learn about the city’s rich history.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • George Square - This is the main square in Glasgow
  • Merchant City - Glasgow’s second new town. Home to buildings ranging from industrial icons to bold banks, the pedestrianised streets are perfect for exploring the fine pubs of the Merchant City.
What's Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in the lively scenes of Glasgow and embrace the city’s abundant pub tradition with ScotBeer Tours, offering a one-of-a-kind historical walking journey that includes stops at both old-fashioned taverns and contemporary watering holes.
Taste an assortment of locally brewed craft beers and barrel ales, all while unraveling the captivating…

Location
Royal Faculty of Procurators in
Nelson Mandela Place
Meet your guide 5-10 minutes before the tour start time outside the blue door at outside 12 Nelson Mandela Place (blue door).
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Stephanieleighsmith
Jun 8, 2025
History of Beer in Scotland - Mhairi was a phenomenal tour guide. She was engaging, fun, and extremely knowledgeable. I had a blast learning about the history of beer in Scotland and other history tidbits. Highly recommend this tour!
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Stefanie_s
May 11, 2025
Our Guide was truly... - Our Guide was truly Awesome! We went to great pubs, had good beer and enjoyed fun people in our group
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Matt_w
May 8, 2025
This was a lot of fun! We... - This was a lot of fun! We initially met our guide Iain the day before on the Glasgow Food and Drinks tour (also incredible) and were stoked to learn he would be our guide for this pub tour the following day as well. Super knowledgeable. Easy to get a long with. All around cool guy. Its definitely a fun and different way to see the city and try some local beers and drams.
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Carrie_t
May 3, 2025
A fun pub and beer tasting experience. - Just enough history to make it interesting. Our guide had a great knowledge of beer and led us to tasting interesting options along the way.
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Timothy_m
Apr 9, 2025
The tour was great. My... - The tour was great. My tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly. I enjoyed the time we spent together
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Sarah_s
Mar 23, 2025
A must do! - This tour was brilliant! Very funny and informative! Mark was a terrific guide and made the experience very enjoyable!
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Mhairi_boyd
Mar 19, 2025
Beer o’clock walk - Had a great day with Iain our tour guide. Tasted some lovely and different beers and learned some interesting facts about our beautiful city of Glasgow.
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Anonymous
Mar 15, 2025
Good way to spend 2 hours - Very enjoyable few hours. I was only one on the tour which was a bit disappointing but at the same time beneficial to hear and ask more questions.
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Anne_m
Jan 18, 2025
Definitely recommend Lain - He had an amazing experience our guide was Lain . He was very knowledgeable about history of Scotland and extremely knowledgeable about Scottish pubs and the processing of different types of beer As well as very knowledgeable of whiskey. I would definitely recommend this tour and especially Lain.
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Andrewwn9868cp
Jan 2, 2025
Test your taste buds - Enjoyable experience learning about the local beer and the history behind it. Knowledgeable, engaging host. Would recommend the experience.
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From $52
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).