The Ultimate Edinburgh Stag Do Guide 2022

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

Treat your stag to one last night of freedom he won’t forget. We work with some of the best butlerettes in the business. Gorgeous, sophisticated and ever so professional, the girls are happy to serve drinks and nibbles for you and your mates – they will even dress up if you have a novelty theme, such as the Wild West or ancient Greece.

What utter genius thought of combining the beautiful scenery of golf with the fun of football? An event co-ordinator will lead you through your 18-hole foot-golf session, with forfeits for hitting bunkers and water hazards and a trophy for the longest drive.

Get your hearts racing with this thrilling activity on the Tay River. Battle your way through grade 2 and 3 rapids which are fun, bouncy and challenging. Your professional instructor will show you the ropes and be with you all the way down the river. You will receive free professional photos of the event too.

3 is the magic number. Choose 3 activities from bubble football, disco dodgeball, goggle football, old school sports day and xtreme dodgeball. Spend 3 hours in an outdoor venue playing your chosen games. An event coordinator will go through the rules and be the ref for each. Who will win? Only one way to find out.

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 train station and centre of town

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.