The World's End

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About

The World's End is a pub on Edinburgh's Royal Mile in the Old Town, built on the line of the old Flodden Wall.

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Why go

  • Original 16th-century walls of the Flodden Wall, some of them still preserved
  • Regular beers Belhaven 80/- and Hardys & Hansons Bitter, plus Scottish-brewed beers

Opening hours

Today11:30 – 23:00Show all
Monday11:30 – 23:00
Tuesday11:30 – 23:00
Wednesday11:30 – 23:00
Thursday11:30 – 23:00
Friday11:30 – 00:00
Saturday11:00 – 00:00
Sunday11:00 – 23:00

Good to know

LunchDinnerDrinksDog FriendlyFamily styleFree WifiFull BarLive MusicReservationsServes AlcoholStreet Parking

Dishes to try

  • Hearty pies
  • Juicy burgers
  • Decadent desserts

Booking a table

  • Tables can be reserved through the pub's own website.
  • Tables can be booked online for drinks or meals.
  • Booking in advance is also possible for drinks.

Atmosphere

  • A busy lounge bar in the Old Town, on the Royal Mile.
  • A separate eating area sits alongside the lounge bar.

Good for

  • Families The atmosphere is family-friendly.

Dietary options

  • Vegetarian Vegetarian options are available.

Shorts

History

The World's End stands on the line of the Flodden Wall, a 16th-century fort that guarded the historic old town of Edinburgh. The wall once cut the city off from the rest of the world, and the pub takes its name from it.

  1. 16th centuryThe Flodden Wall is built as a fort guarding the historic old town.
  2. 1719Belhaven Brewery, which runs the pub, is founded.

Accessibility

  • Parking Street parking is offered nearby.

Sources: World's End Pub Restaurant in Edinburgh, · World's End - Edinburgh & South-East Scotland C… · The World's End: booking (its own site) · The World's End: menu (its own site) · checked 26 Oct 2026

Where
2-8 High Street, Edinburgh

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Questions and answers

What are the opening hours of The World's End in Edinburgh?

The World's End is open every day from 11:00 to midnight. It serves lunch, dinner and drinks.

Do I need to book a table at The World's End?

Tables can be reserved online through the pub's own website, for drinks or meals. Booking in advance is also possible for drinks.

Is The World's End in Edinburgh family-friendly and dog friendly?

The atmosphere is described as family-friendly, and dogs are welcome at The World's End.

Is there parking at The World's End in Edinburgh?

Street parking is offered at The World's End, which stands at 2-8 High Street on the Royal Mile.

Are there vegetarian and vegan options at The World's End in Edinburgh?

Yes. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options are available, and the full menu is published on the pub's website.

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