The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
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Experience the world's most haunted city on a ghost tour of Edinburgh and be spooked by one of the city's most infamous sons as they lead you around the dark side of the Old Town. Discover the hidden wynds (alleys) off the Royal Mile and hear some of Edinburgh’s horrifying secrets. Then, visit what is regarded as the most haunted graveyard in the world at "Greyfriars Kirkyard." Finally, go deep underground and explore the Edinburgh Vaults beneath the streets. Completed in 1788, the series of chambers were used to house taverns and as storage space for illicit material, including the bodies of people killed by serial killers Burke and Hare for their medical experiments. Journey through over 400 years of history and hear terrifying true tales of hangings, torture, murders and witchcraft. Shiver at the weird noises and unexplained smells that make an appearance after dark!
Your experience
Stop 1
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
What’s included
- Hear terrifying stories of hauntings, murders, executions and cannibalism.
- 6.45pm Evening tour is suitable for families.
- Guide plays a real, distinct and infamous character from Scotland’s history.
- Travel back in time and descend into our section of underground street.
- Walk through the Old Town’s distinctive closes, wynds and secluded squares.
- 75 Minute evening walking tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town and South Bridge vaults.
- Visit the world-famous, eerie, unforgettable Greyfriars Kirkyard.
Not included
- None
- No under 5s
Meeting and pickup
Old Police Box in front of StarBucks
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- guests should arrive 10 minutes prior to tours
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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