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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Travellingwithkids5, 12/15/2025 5:10:57 PM
Maggie Dickson was such a great and informative tour leader. It was the right balance of scary enough! Great fun night out and very interesting
Caroline_O, 12/15/2025 4:49:41 PM
David was our guide. Entertaining! Informative historic tour and I’m fascinated by the history and barbarity in the past. Want to know more now!
Cumbriaprice, 12/15/2025 4:24:32 PM
Impromptu booking and what a great decision. John Kincaid was our guide and he made the tour really enjoyable and told some great stories. Highly recommended.
RM0810, 12/15/2025 3:14:23 PM
The tour was very informative and enjoyable. Maggie Dickson was knowing and extreme committed to her role. Would highly recommend.
O5492NBkarenb, 12/15/2025 2:41:35 PM
Very interesting tour. Maggie Dickson was our tour guide and was brilliant. She was knowledgeable and funny, making the whole experience amazing. Thanks Maggie. Would definitely recommend.
Curious43260909332, 12/15/2025 2:37:45 PM
The tour was very informative. Found out stuff I hadn't previously known. Maggie Dickson, the tour guide, was amazing. Love her
Tara K, 12/15/2025 2:28:31 PM
Maggie Dickson was amazing, gave a super tour while providing the whole crowd with a good laugh. Brilliant entertainer
Shey M, 12/15/2025 11:22:06 AM
Overall I give this a 3/5. The tour itself wasnt spooky and I certainly wouldnt call it a ghost tour. However our guide, Frederick Knox, was fun and kept the experience engaging and entertaining throughout. His storytelling and sense of humor made the tour enjoyable even though it was more history focused than spooky. His energy (and role playing) really brought the stories to life. If you enjoy history and want to see the Greyfriar graveyard and a VERY small section of the underground I would recommend this. If you are looking for something spooky and more in depth I would not.
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!
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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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