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Terror Walking Tour in Edinburgh

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Join if you dare! This tour is strictly for over 18's only.

Journey into our network of haunted underground vaults below the South Bridge, you shall visit a torture exhibition to see the instruments from the “Burning Times”, used to extract confessions, and punish the unfortunate. Then bravely enter the haunted vaults, named most haunted place in Edinburgh! Visit the recently used Wiccan Temple, the cursed stone circled vault (as featured on Most Haunted Live) and the Legendary Haunted Vault...

Who knows what might happen? Will the Poltergeist attack? You have been warned. This tour is for over 18s only.

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Lawnmarket
Edinburgh EH1 2PH, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Niddry Street
Edinburgh EH1 1LG, UK

What To Expect

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This is a special 75 minute over-18's only exploration of Edinburgh's darkest history and paranormal secrets. You will be taken on a journey down into the infamous underground vaults.Who were the infamous characters that once roamed these areas, leaving behind a legacy of legend and notoriety?The South Bridge Vaults has even higher levels of paranormal activity late at night, approaching the witching hour, your tour is the prime time to explore these haunted and eerie locations for yourself. Ask your guide about their own paranormal experiences and hear about some of the reports we regularly receive from visitors, paranormal investigators and mediums.Finally you shall receive free access to a torture exhibition to see the instruments from the “Burning Times”, used to extract confessions, and punish the unfortunate.Dare you join for this celebration of the paranormal and macabre? Who knows what might happen? Will the Poltergeist attack? You have been warned.
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1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be turned away.
  • Alcohol and drugs are strictly forbidden on the tour.
  • Filming or live streaming of the tour is strictly forbidden. You may be ejected from the tour.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Terror Walking Tour in Edinburgh?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (6)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Terror Walking Tour in Edinburgh?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
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The minimum age to participate is 18..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Terror Walking Tour in Edinburgh is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Terror Walking Tour in Edinburgh will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Strictly over 18s only.
  • Vaults are accessed via a 2ft stair with further average size stairs inside the vaults.
  • Our location and content can sometimes cause genuine distress. Customers attend at their own risk.
  • Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be turned away.
  • Alcohol and drugs are strictly forbidden on the tour.
  • Filming or live streaming of the tour is strictly forbidden. You may be ejected from the tour.
  • The walking pace and terrain may not be suitable for those with any difficulty walking.
  • Office hours are 10am-5pm for all call & emails.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers

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