The Ultimate Edinburgh Stag Do Guide 2022

Scotland is famous for its whisky and Edinburgh has some of the finest whisky bars in the world. Despite taking place in an Irish bar, when it comes to whisky, Biddy Mulligans are experts. So, grab your drams boys and hold onto something, things are about to get a little bit hazy.

Originating from Norway this activity has quickly become a firm favourite. Try to play football with a bubble around you. It’ll be hard to concentrate on the game for an hour when everyone bounces off each other and ends up on the floor laughing. But there are forfeits for red and yellow cards so be prepared to face the consequences for foul play.

Get filthy in a different sense with these white-knuckle dirt buggies. Navigate the off-road track full of twists and turns, as you and your mates go head-to-head on the muddy slopes of Scotland. These powerful 400cc buggies are not for the faint hearted and are sure to make your last night of freedom in Edinburgh one to remember.

Explore this historic city through its fun pub scene. You’ll be joined by other groups to really get the party atmosphere going as you’re guided around seven of the city’s best pubs before gaining entry to one of the many banging nightclubs. Best line your stomach for this one.

Get in the Scottish spirit and take part in some highland themed games. Toss a caber and a throw haggis along with other events you never knew existed. Spend 1.5 hours working together or against your group on each activity to become the champion. Make sure to wear warm clothes, the Scottish weather can be unforgiving sometimes.

Get stuck into a stag favourite activity. Shoot your group with 100 paintballs from a semi-automatic inferno rifle. Spend 3 hours playing in multiple themed game zones and completing missions. The hosts will give you safety instructions, show you around the guns and areas to get you familiar before letting you go out and show everyone who’s boss.

We mentioned the Man Plank Food Challenge earlier and we’re mentioning it again because it’s that bloody good! All you need is six mates, a big appetite and you’re set. The Man Plank Food Challenge includes *deep breath* burgers, nachos, chicken wings, hot dogs, BBQ ribs, wedges and a two-pint stein per person. We’re stuffed just thinking about it.

No stag do in Scotland is complete without donning a kilt, a tartan hat and taking part in a Highland Games tournament. Our Stag’s Mini Highland Games is one of our best-selling activities north of the border and will soon get your heart pumping with challenges such as tug o’ war and tossing the caber – basically chucking a giant tree trunk about.

Looking to combine some outdoor activity with your drinking? Then get yourself to the Golf Tavern on the edge of Bruntsfield Links. Grab a dram and a burger and head over to the world’s oldest short-hole course. An afternoon on the green is the perfect cure if you’re feeling a bit green yourself, after the night before.

If merely tasting whisky isn’t good enough, then take a tour of the Scotch Whisky Experience. A guided tour will take you through the process of whisky tasting step-by-step, as you learn the aromas and view the world’s largest collection of the good stuff, before tasting it for yourself.

10 minutes walk from Princes Street

If you’re looking for accommodation close to the action, then the Playhouse Apartments are the place to be. With cosy furniture and flat screen TVs, this is a great place for chilling after a heavy night in the town.

Ideal location right bang in the middle of it!

These apartments come with all the mod cons you need for a comfortable stay in Edinburgh. The accommodation has contemporary furnishings and are light and airy, with lots of windows to provide a bright space. The lounge provides a comfortable social space and the kitchen has everything you need for that all important hangover brekkie.

1.6 miles from the city centre

Located between Edinburgh and the popular port of Leith, you’ll find the stylish Lochend Apartments. These 4-star apartments are fully furnished and come with options of either one or two bedrooms. Perfect for getting ready before a night out.

Just off the Royal Mile

For budget savvy stags, the Travelodge is an excellent choice. Located in Edinburgh’s Old Town, this hotel is close to the action and provides comfortable king-size beds for you to rest your head after a hard day of hitting the drams.

Centrally located just off the Royal Mile

When it comes to convenience, it doesn’t come much better that the Jurys Inn. Located a couple minutes’ walk from Edinburgh Waverley, it’s pretty much impossible to miss your train home, no matter how bad your hangover – we can confirm we have tested this theory.

Approximately 2.5 miles from the city centre

If you’re looking for somewhere quieter to call your base on your last night of freedom, you’ll find a peaceful night’s stay at the Village Hotel Club just north of the city. In addition to stylish rooms, the hotel also has a spa and a swimming pool, for ultimate relaxation.

Just 0.5 miles from the train station

Edinburgh is famous for its views and the Mercure on Princes Street provides the best of them in the city. Upgraded rooms offer uninterrupted views of the city’s castle and even a balcony where you can sip a beer or two before heading out. Nice.

Gorgeous Georgian building

Stay in the centre of Edinburgh, only a short walk away from Princes Street and the Playhouse Theatre is just across the road. This hotel is a refurbished Georgian building with modern rooms and a stylish lobby lounge. Each room can accommodate 2 people with free Wi-Fi, TV, great bathroom facilities and blackout blinds.

Close to the train station

This 3-star hotel is situated just 500 yards away from Haymarket train station. Piries Hotel provides spacious rooms for up to 3 people with a TV and Wi-Fi. There is also a breakfast buffet available for your stay. This hotel would suit groups who don’t want to travel far from the train station to check in. This hotel is also well located for great restaurants and shops in the city centre.

Next door to the Three Sisters Pub

This stylish hotel is based in the popular Cowgate area of the city, right next to one of Edinburgh’s most popular pubs – The Three Sisters. Each room is decked out in distressed wood and modern features, adding a touch of style to your last night of freedom in Edinburgh.