The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Overview
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!
What's Included
- Hear terrifying stories of hauntings, murders, executions and cannibalism.
- 6.45pm Evening tour is suitable for families.
- 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.
- Guide plays a real, distinct and infamous character from Scotland’s history.
- None
- No under 5s
Meeting Location
High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1QS, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Edinburgh Old Town
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- 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
- Guests should arrive 10 minutes prior to tours
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- 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).
- Hear terrifying stories of hauntings, murders, executions and cannibalism.
- 6.45pm Evening tour is suitable for families.
- 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.
- Guide plays a real, distinct and infamous character from Scotland’s history.
- None.
- No under 5s.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If 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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour 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!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Hear terrifying stories of hauntings, murders, executions and cannibalism.
- 6.45pm Evening tour is suitable for families.
- 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.
- Guide plays a real, distinct and infamous character from Scotland’s history.
- None
- No under 5s
Additional Info
- 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
- guests should arrive 10 minutes prior to tours
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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