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!
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aaronmP9922KY, 12/15/2025 3:56:27 AM
David RIzzio was a fantastic guide taking us throughout the old town of Edinburgh. He make the experience one to remember with his ability to make you laugh and then the next breath freak you out again. 10/10 for the experience would recommend to anyone who wants to see the dark side of Edinburgh.
560erent, 12/14/2025 5:43:39 PM
It was a really nice evening with David Rizzio hosting and telling us horrifying stories of Edinburgh history in this spooky tour!
mayabT2711OI, 12/14/2025 5:20:06 PM
Our guide- David rizzio was the best! So entertaining and made the tour amazing!! Would definitely recommend this tour!
F4652ZFelizabethm, 12/14/2025 5:18:33 PM
David Rizzio was an incredible tour guide and we had an amazing time!! the vaults were very spooky and the kirkyard had some fascinating stories. David made the tour even more special with his great acting skills. A very special evening.
I5022PKashleyt, 12/14/2025 5:18:23 PM
David was great! Funny tour and learned a lot on it. Interesting subject and very fun!! Went with friends and had great night
MoonaL99, 12/14/2025 4:51:58 PM
The tour was just what was promissed. Veri entertaining and professional guide. Scary in a right way. Really love it!!!
carlt578, 12/14/2025 4:42:05 PM
The ghost tour was very dramatic with really great information of the historical side of Edinburgh. The tour guide Mary Queen of Scots was exceptional!!!
seanc100, 12/14/2025 3:04:22 PM
Great tour, very knowledgeable & humouious guide Fedric Knox, very knowledgeable about the medical history of Edinburgh
JohnandSiobhan, 12/14/2025 12:55:22 PM
The whole experience was brilliant from start to finish! John Kincaid (our tour guide) was very good, he was very charismatic and his knowledge of the murky goings on in and around Edinburgh was second to none. The stand out part was the underground tunnels, very eerie indeed!
elizabethsY4394EA, 12/13/2025 11:24:54 PM
We enjoyed our tour very much! Our guide was friendly and seemed knowledgeable about the history of the underground (though I expect there was a bit of embellishment!). We also enjoyed "exploring" the Greyfriars Kirkyard in the dark, and it made me want to explore more during the day. Unfortunately, my husband got distracted by a tomb and we lost the group near the end. Worked out as it was cold so we popped into Greyfriars Bobby's Bar for a pint and some food to warm up. Maybe more 3.5 but I'll round up. Our guide was great, but it was a bit of a big group, so at times hard to hear her and walking along the busy streets with that many people was a little cumbersome. I think scaling back on the group size would have enhanced the experience.
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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!No redemption information available
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