Walking Tours

Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour

Uncover the chilling secrets of Edinburgh's past with this underground ghost tour led by expert guides through the city's eeriest sites!

Highlights

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.

Inclusions

Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour
English-speaking guide

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Reviews

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Nikolaos

5/5

Nov, 2024

Captain Grey was an absolutely brilliant guide with great and engaging conversations and insights Will definitely recommend

Kolby

4/5

May, 2024

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!

Gram

5/5

Feb, 2024

We really enjoyed our guide, Mary, Queen of Scots! It was a wonderful, just spooky enough tour, packed with knowledge you wouldn't normally get.

Amélie

5/5

Oct, 2024

James was incredible, very humorous and kind. I loved this moment out of time and laughed a lot!

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Cheryl

5/5

Aug, 2024

Tour guide Agnes Sampson! Very knowledgeable. Well organized.

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Your Experience

Journey into the supernatural history of Edinburgh

The paranormal tour begins with an English-speaking guide leading you through the dark alleys of the city's Old Town. Brace yourself to learn cooking secrets from the infamous Cassandra Bean or delve into the morbid surgical ethics of Dr. Knox. As you traverse the historic St Giles Cathedral, discover the locations of the city's former parliament and a notorious jailhouse. Listen to the chilling tales of the harsh living conditions during the 17th and 18th centuries

Uncover spine-chilling tales from Greyfriars Kirkyard to South Bridge Underground

The next part of the tour brings you to the eerie Greyfriars Kirkyard, a 450-year-old cemetery famous for its ghostly tales and petrifying poltergeists. Hear the chilling story of the loyal dog Greyfriar's Bobby, who guarded his master's grave for 14 years, and the infamous body snatchers Burke and Hare. The adventure continues underground to a former 17th-century close encapsulated within the South Bridge. Witness the original bridge arches, walls, and doorways of former houses, with the modern pavement visible through a skylight. The underground city is said to be haunted by the spirits of its former inhabitants - some who have refused to leave even after death.

Know Before You Go

What to bring

Carry warm clothing as nights can get chilly.

What's not allowed

Children below the age of 5 are not allowed on this tour.

Additional information

It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a moderate amount of walking.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show valid student ID.