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Edinburgh Ghost Tours

Whether you’re looking for a fright or just want to learn about this historic city’s spooky past, booking Edinburgh ghost tour tickets is definitely something you'd want to do during your visit. Edinburgh has some of the best ghost tours to help you make the most out of your next visit
Edinburgh Ghost Tours
Guide leading guests through Edinburgh's Historic Underground Vaults.
Edinburgh underground vaults with tour guide explaining historical significance.
Guide leading guests through Edinburgh's Historic Underground Vaults.
Edinburgh underground vaults with guide leading ghostly tour in early evening.
Guests with guide exploring Blair Street Underground Vaults in Edinburgh.
Guide leading a group on an underground ghost tour, holding a candle in a dimly lit tunnel
Edinburgh underground vaults tour guide leading visitors through historic stone passageways.
Guide leading guests through Blair Street Vaults in Edinburgh.
Edinburgh underground vaults with tour guide explaining historical significance.
Edinburgh underground vaults with tour guide explaining historical significance.
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  • Get exclusive access to Edinburgh’s Blair Street Vaults, the city’s oldest and deepest vaults on a 75-min guided walking tour.

  • Follow your expert English-speaking guide through the vaults, hear about its history as taverns and storage spaces, and learn about their poor residents.

  • Hear about the poor living conditions faced by those living in the damp, dark vaults as you walk through the wynds, closes, and the Blair Street Vaults.

  • Visit the Discovery Room, where interactive 3D models and 19th-century artifacts provide insight into the vaults' construction and past inhabitants.

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  • Get exclusive access to Edinburgh’s Blair Street Vaults, the city’s oldest and deepest vaults on a 75-min guided walking tour.

  • Follow your expert English-speaking guide through the vaults, hear about its history as taverns and storage spaces, and learn about their poor residents.

  • Hear about the poor living conditions faced by those living in the damp, dark vaults as you walk through the wynds, closes, and the Blair Street Vaults.

  • Visit the Discovery Room, where interactive 3D models and 19th-century artifacts provide insight into the vaults' construction and past inhabitants.

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Guide leading guests through Edinburgh's haunted underground passage on Ghostly Underground tour.
Guests with guide exploring Blair Street Underground Vaults in Edinburgh.
Guests exploring the haunted underground vaults with a guide during the Ghostly Underground tour in Edinburgh.
Edinburgh underground tour with audio guide, exploring historic vaults in early evening.
Edinburgh underground vaults with guide leading ghostly tour in early evening.
Edinburgh underground vaults with ghost tour guide and group exploring haunted history.
Barries Close entrance during Ghostly Underground tour in Edinburgh.
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  • Go on a small-group English-guided walking tour through Edinburgh’s Old Town and get exclusive access to the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults.

  • Wander through the Old Town and the now-haunted vaults, once home to criminals, vagrants, and sinister figures and look for restless spirits.

  • Your cloaked storyteller brings history to life with chilling tales of murder, torture, body snatching, and ghostly encounters in Edinburgh’s dark past.

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  • Go on a small-group English-guided walking tour through Edinburgh’s Old Town and get exclusive access to the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults.

  • Wander through the Old Town and the now-haunted vaults, once home to criminals, vagrants, and sinister figures and look for restless spirits.

  • Your cloaked storyteller brings history to life with chilling tales of murder, torture, body snatching, and ghostly encounters in Edinburgh’s dark past.

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£22
Edinburgh night tour group exploring underground vaults.
Edinburgh late-night walking tour exploring haunted alleyways and historic landmarks.
Guests exploring the haunted underground vaults with a guide during the Ghostly Underground tour in Edinburgh.
Guide leading guests through Edinburgh's Hidden Haunted Tour at night.
Guide leading guests through Blair Street Underground Vaults in Edinburgh.
Edinburgh night tour group exploring underground vaults.
Edinburgh night tour guide leading group through haunted alleyway.
Edinburgh night tour guide leading group through haunted alleyway.
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  • Go on an adults-only small-group guided walking tour through the Old Town and underground vaults, and hear about the ghosts that may be right beside you.

  • Wander the streets of Old Town and visit the infamous Blair Street Underground Vaults, where ghosts of violent crimes lurk. You may even feel their presence!

  • Hear spine-chilling true stories of murder and their restless spirits, told in vivid detail, making this the most graphic and unsettling ghost tour for adults only!

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  • Go on an adults-only small-group guided walking tour through the Old Town and underground vaults, and hear about the ghosts that may be right beside you.

  • Wander the streets of Old Town and visit the infamous Blair Street Underground Vaults, where ghosts of violent crimes lurk. You may even feel their presence!

  • Hear spine-chilling true stories of murder and their restless spirits, told in vivid detail, making this the most graphic and unsettling ghost tour for adults only!

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Blair Street Underground guided tour with costumed guide narrating ghost stories in dimly lit Edinburgh vaults.
Edinburgh Old Town ghost tour guide leading group through historic cobblestone street at night.
Blair Street Underground Vaults guided walking tour with a group exploring dimly lit historic vaults in Edinburgh.
Edinburgh underground ghost tour with guide in dark tunnel.
Ghost tour guide narrating tales in Megget's Cellar, Edinburgh, with whiskey tasting experience.
Guided tour group exploring haunted Edinburgh Old Town at night.
Edinburgh underground ghost tour participants exploring dimly lit vaults.
Edinburgh ghost tour guide in historical attire leading a group through dimly lit alley with whiskey glass.
Ghost tour guide leading a group through Edinburgh's historic streets at night.
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  • Head on a 2-hour guided ghost tour through Edinburgh’s Old Town, hear about witchcraft and torture, and then enjoy a glass of whisky or beer as you listen to ghost stories.

  • Learn about mob riots at Mercat Cross, witch trials at the Edinburgh Castle esplanade, and ghost encounters in the depths of the Blair Street Underground Vaults.

  • Visit Megget’s Cellar for an intimate candlelit ghost storytelling session with a whisky, beer, or soft drink to calm your nerves.

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  • Head on a 2-hour guided ghost tour through Edinburgh’s Old Town, hear about witchcraft and torture, and then enjoy a glass of whisky or beer as you listen to ghost stories.

  • Learn about mob riots at Mercat Cross, witch trials at the Edinburgh Castle esplanade, and ghost encounters in the depths of the Blair Street Underground Vaults.

  • Visit Megget’s Cellar for an intimate candlelit ghost storytelling session with a whisky, beer, or soft drink to calm your nerves.

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Whiskey tasting session in an Edinburgh cellar with various whiskey bottles displayed.
Whiskey tasting session in an Edinburgh cellar with various whiskey bottles displayed.
Ghost tour guide narrating tales in Megget's Cellar, Edinburgh, with whiskey tasting experience.
Edinburgh Whiskey Tasting Tour guests sampling whiskey in a distillery setting.
Guide leading guests in Edinburgh Whiskey Tasting Tour, showcasing whiskey samples and historic underground setting.
Whiskey glasses and bottles on a table during The Edinburgh Whiskey Tasting Tour.
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  • Stroll through Edinburgh’s Old Town on a guided walking tour and whisky-tasting experience, where a guide brings the city’s rich whisky heritage to life.

  • Hear tales of whisky smugglers, King James IV’s whisky promotion, and the rise of Scotland’s largest whisky company as you explore historic streets.

  • Visit Megget’s Cellar for a whisky-tasting session led by a whisky specialist and savor 4 Scottish whiskies. Learn about their production, flavors, and the whisky legacy!

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  • Stroll through Edinburgh’s Old Town on a guided walking tour and whisky-tasting experience, where a guide brings the city’s rich whisky heritage to life.

  • Hear tales of whisky smugglers, King James IV’s whisky promotion, and the rise of Scotland’s largest whisky company as you explore historic streets.

  • Visit Megget’s Cellar for a whisky-tasting session led by a whisky specialist and savor 4 Scottish whiskies. Learn about their production, flavors, and the whisky legacy!

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Tourists exploring Edinburgh's Royal Mile with historic buildings and cobblestone streets.
Tour guide leading a group along Edinburgh's Royal Mile, highlighting historic architecture and landmarks.
Historic Royal Mile street in Edinburgh with cobblestone path and medieval architecture.
Tourists exploring Edinburgh's Royal Mile with historic buildings in view.
Edinburgh's Royal Mile with historic buildings and cobblestone street on Secrets of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile Walking Tour.
Tour group on Royal Mile, Edinburgh, with guide near historic buildings.
Edinburgh's Royal Mile with historic buildings and cobblestone street in Scotland.
Tour group exploring Edinburgh's Royal Mile with a guide.
Edinburgh Castle's Esplanade entrance with historic stone gate in Scotland.
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  • Stroll through Edinburgh’s Old Town and the Royal Mile with an expert guide, uncovering tales of its famous residents and the city’s history on a 1.5-hour guided walking tour.

  • Walk along the Royal Mile, the stretch between the Palace of Holyroodhouse and Edinburgh Castle, and learn about sieges, crimes, and the city’s cultural legacy.

  • Upgrade for skip-the-line access to Edinburgh Castle, saving up to an hour, offering a chance to see the oldest Crown Jewels and the Stone of Destiny.

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  • Stroll through Edinburgh’s Old Town and the Royal Mile with an expert guide, uncovering tales of its famous residents and the city’s history on a 1.5-hour guided walking tour.

  • Walk along the Royal Mile, the stretch between the Palace of Holyroodhouse and Edinburgh Castle, and learn about sieges, crimes, and the city’s cultural legacy.

  • Upgrade for skip-the-line access to Edinburgh Castle, saving up to an hour, offering a chance to see the oldest Crown Jewels and the Stone of Destiny.

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Guests exploring Edinburgh's Royal Mile during a ghost tour at night.
Guide leading guests through Edinburgh's haunted underground passage on Ghostly Underground tour.
Edinburgh's Royal Mile with historic buildings and cobblestone street in Scotland.
Historic Royal Mile street in Edinburgh with cobblestone path and medieval architecture.
Guests exploring Edinburgh's Royal Mile during a ghost tour at night.
Mercat Cross with Royal Unicorn and heraldic medallions in Edinburgh's Old Town.
Guests on Edinburgh's Royal Mile Ghost Tour with audio guide exploring historic alleyways.
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1 hr 15 min
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  • Follow a cloaked storyteller through Edinburgh’s Royal Mile on a 1.25-hour guided walking tour, where crime, executions, and hauntings took place.

  • Walk the historic Royal Mile, uncover sinister secrets hidden in its stonework, and hear how the Edinburgh Mob took justice into their own hands.

  • Stroll through Edinburgh’s Old Town and Tron Kirk as your guide reveals grim stories of villains, victims, and the city’s brutal punishments in the 1800s.

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  • Follow a cloaked storyteller through Edinburgh’s Royal Mile on a 1.25-hour guided walking tour, where crime, executions, and hauntings took place.

  • Walk the historic Royal Mile, uncover sinister secrets hidden in its stonework, and hear how the Edinburgh Mob took justice into their own hands.

  • Stroll through Edinburgh’s Old Town and Tron Kirk as your guide reveals grim stories of villains, victims, and the city’s brutal punishments in the 1800s.

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Underground Ghost Tour in Edinburgh
Extreme Paranormal Ghost Tour
Extreme Paranormal Ghost Tour Edinburgh
Extreme Paranormal Ghost Tour Edinburgh
Extreme Paranormal Ghost Tour Edinburgh
Extreme Paranormal Ghost Tour Edinburgh
Edinburgh at Night
Victoria St. and Ramsay Lane at night
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  • Get ready to uncover the paranormal side of Edinburgh, known as the world's most haunted city, on the infamous Underground Ghost Tour.

  • Stroll across the St. Giles Cathedral, discovering the city’s former parliament and notorious jail with an English-speaking guide.

  • The 450-year-old Greyfriars Kirkyard is more than a cemetery. Hear chilling tales of petrifying poltergeists and body snatchers.

  • Visit the South Bridge Underground and discover the city’s grim history through spine-tingling stories of the Old Town.

  • Did you know? The loyal dog at Greyfriars Kirkyard, Bobby, guarded his master's grave for 14 years, leading to a statue erected in his honour.

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  • Get ready to uncover the paranormal side of Edinburgh, known as the world's most haunted city, on the infamous Underground Ghost Tour.

  • Stroll across the St. Giles Cathedral, discovering the city’s former parliament and notorious jail with an English-speaking guide.

  • The 450-year-old Greyfriars Kirkyard is more than a cemetery. Hear chilling tales of petrifying poltergeists and body snatchers.

  • Visit the South Bridge Underground and discover the city’s grim history through spine-tingling stories of the Old Town.

  • Did you know? The loyal dog at Greyfriars Kirkyard, Bobby, guarded his master's grave for 14 years, leading to a statue erected in his honour.

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Judge's Courtroom, Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Shackles in a dimly lit dungeon, part of the Edinburgh Dungeon Tour experience.
Burke and Hare cosplayers, Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Dr. Knox's Anatomy Theatre, Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Spooky mirror maze in Edinburgh's vaults, Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
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  • Exploring 1000 years of Scotland’s dark history on a 70-min walking tour beneath Edinburgh's streets.

  • Experience the chilling thrill of the Edinburgh Dungeon’s immersive sets, engaging live shows, and bone-rattling special effects.

  • Meet characters like the cannibal Sawney Bean with an affinity for lost travelers and witch Agnes Finnie, reliving their gruesome tales.

  • Brave the eerie mirror maze and the heart-stopping drop ride. Want more? Explore the Torture Chamber and discover the chilling devices used to extract confessions from victims.

  • Fun Fact: The Dungeon shares a boundary with Mary King’s Close, a historic alley haunted by century-old ghost stories from plague times.

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  • Exploring 1000 years of Scotland’s dark history on a 70-min walking tour beneath Edinburgh's streets.

  • Experience the chilling thrill of the Edinburgh Dungeon’s immersive sets, engaging live shows, and bone-rattling special effects.

  • Meet characters like the cannibal Sawney Bean with an affinity for lost travelers and witch Agnes Finnie, reliving their gruesome tales.

  • Brave the eerie mirror maze and the heart-stopping drop ride. Want more? Explore the Torture Chamber and discover the chilling devices used to extract confessions from victims.

  • Fun Fact: The Dungeon shares a boundary with Mary King’s Close, a historic alley haunted by century-old ghost stories from plague times.

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Natasha Reynolds
AU

Natasha

5/5
Australia
Ross was a fantastic host. Really sold the stories (I actually felt a little queasy to begin with!) after getting past the queasiness and hearing the ghost stories and more about the history of Edinburgh I loved it. Going to the Blair Street Vaults was a cool experience that I'm glad I went on!
Katrin gernhoff  kautzsch

Katrin

5/5
Aus ganzem Herzen geben wir (Freundinnen 26J,36J ) hier eine Positive Bewertung. Unser Guide ist ein Hervorragender Geschichtenerzähler der uns mit seinem Schauspielerischen Talent richtig in seinen Ban gezogen hat obwohl unsere Muttersprache kein Englisch ist. Wir sind begeistert.
Nikolaos Paramythas
GB

Nikolaos

5/5
United Kingdom
Captain Grey was an absolutely brilliant guide with great and engaging conversations and insights Will definitely recommend
Kolby King
US

Kolby

4/5
United States
This tour was so fun! It was awesome to be able to see and be told some of Scotland's history! Tour guide was great, very knowledgeable!

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