The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh, GB
83% of travellers recommend this
Highlights
- Explore the world's most haunted city
- Discover Edinburgh's horrifying secrets
- Visit the most haunted graveyard in the world
- Experience the Old town's wynds and closes
- Go deep underground and explore the Edinburgh Vaults
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Duration 1 hour 15 minutes
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Evening tour suitable for families
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Expert guide in character
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Visit Greyfriars Kirkyard
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Explore Edinburgh Vaults
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Admission ticket included
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the dark side of Edinburgh with the world-famous Underground Ghost Tour. Let one of the city's most infamous sons guide you through the hidden wynds and alleys off the Royal Mile, revealing the horrifying secrets of the Old Town. Explore the eerie Greyfriars Kirkyard, regarded as the most haunted graveyard in the world, and feel the chills as you descend deep underground into the Edinburgh Vaults. These chambers, once used for illicit activities and housing the bodies of serial killers' victims, hold over 400 years of history filled with hangings, torture, murders, and witchcraft. As you walk through the Old Town's distinctive closes and wynds, be prepared to hear terrifying stories of hauntings, executions, and cannibalism. With a real, distinct character from Scotland's history as your guide, this 75-minute evening walking tour is suitable for families and promises an unforgettable experience.
At a Glance
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Free cancellation
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1 hours 15 minutes
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Instant Confirmation
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Available in English
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Mobile voucher
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Small Group tour
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Guided
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Family friendly
Featured Reviews
Experience the chilling tales of Edinburgh's haunting history on a guided ghost tour through the city's eerie Old Town and underground vaults.
Included
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Visit the world-famous, eerie, unforgettable Greyfriars Kirkyard. -
75 Minute evening walking tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town and South Bridge vaults.
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Hear terrifying stories of hauntings, murders, executions and cannibalism.
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Guide plays a real, distinct and infamous character from Scotland’s history.
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Travel back in time and descend into our section of underground street.
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Walk through the Old Town’s distinctive closes, wynds and secluded squares.
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6.45pm Evening tour is suitable for families.
Excluded
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No under 5s -
None
What to expect
Experience the Old town's wynd's and closes Visit the most haunted graveyard in Edinburgh Explore the Edinburgh Vaults beneath the city's streets
75 minutes
Admission Included
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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guests should arrive 10 minutes prior to tours -
Public transportation options are available nearby
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Service animals allowed
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What our experts say
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Arrive 10 minutes early for check-in -
Stop by the nearby Witchery for dinner
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Bring a flashlight for the vaults
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Visit the National Museum after the tour
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Dress warmly; it can get chilly underground
More About this Experience
Introduction
Experience the thrill of the supernatural on The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour in Edinburgh, Scotland. Led by one of the city's most infamous sons, this tour takes you on a spine-chilling journey through the dark side of the Old Town. Prepare to be spooked as you uncover the hidden wynds (alleys) off the Royal Mile and delve into the horrifying secrets that haunt Edinburgh's streets.What to expect?
On this ghost tour, you can expect to be enthralled by terrifying stories of hauntings, murders, executions, and even cannibalism. Your knowledgeable guide, who plays a real and distinct character from Scotland's history, will transport you back in time as you descend into the underground streets. Explore the eerie Edinburgh Vaults, a series of chambers completed in 1788, which were once used as taverns and storage spaces for illicit materials, including the bodies of victims from notorious serial killers Burke and Hare.Who is this for?
This tour is perfect for thrill-seekers and history enthusiasts alike. Whether you're a local or a visitor, anyone with a curiosity for the supernatural and a love for uncovering hidden stories will enjoy this experience. Families can join the 6.45pm evening tour, as it is suitable for all ages.Why book this?
Immerse yourself in over 400 years of history as you hear spine-chilling tales of hangings, torture, murders, and witchcraft. This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the dark side of Edinburgh, with a guide who brings history to life through their portrayal of a real historical figure. The combination of the haunted graveyard at Greyfriars Kirkyard, the underground Edinburgh Vaults, and the captivating storytelling will leave you with an unforgettable and eerie experience.Good to know
Please note that this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 5. The tour lasts for approximately 75 minutes and involves walking through the Old Town's distinctive closes, wynds, and secluded squares. Prepare to be spooked by the unexplained noises and strange smells that often accompany the darkness of night.Reviews
Previous participants of The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour have been captivated by the tour's immersive storytelling and the spine-tingling atmosphere. Many have praised the knowledgeable guides who bring history to life and make the experience truly unforgettable. Visitors have also commended the tour's attention to detail and the thrilling stories of Edinburgh's dark past. Overall, the feedback highlights the tour's ability to provide a unique and spine-chilling experience for all who dare to explore the haunted city of Edinburgh.
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