The Ghost Bus: Edinburgh's Hauntingly Unforgettable Tour!
Prepare to be scared silly on a 75 minute ghost bus tour around Edinburgh’s ghoulish haunts. Under the guidance of a creepy onboard conductor, cruise around Edinburgh’s most terrifying and impressive sights, such as Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. Ride in a double-decker 'Routemaster' vintage bus and feel your hairs stand on end as you hear shocking tales of grisly executions, unspeakable tortures and grim grave robbers. Discover the city’s sinister side and steel yourself for some frights on board.
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lynnebS1439DT, 10/17/2025 5:01:26 PM
Funny, silly and a wee bit spooky. Whistle stop tour of the most notorious, ghostly and ghastly sites in Edinburgh city. Tommy Terror a marvellous host; engaging, relaxed and entertaining. Did the tour at 7.30pm so it was nice and atmospheric in the dark. Very reasonably priced too.
Rachael_L, 10/15/2025 3:51:53 PM
They do a good job creating an atmosphere but this is not a historical tour. It’s pretty corny and you will laugh at the stupidity. You do get off the bus once for what’s seems like no reason.
SandraBisset, 10/15/2025 10:06:52 AM
Great fun and something different to do. You learn quite a bit about the darker side of history of Edinburgh. Only negative there was no cemetery walk through as advertised on website. This was due to some issue with Council. The alternative was stopping and getting out on Princes Street looking up at castle and having a talk. Narrative of "Conductor" was very amusing throughout trip. I would recommend tour.
900adamg, 10/14/2025 12:23:27 PM
Really good fun and interesting too! Well organised and loved the craic onboard. The bus conductor was brilliant and the whole experience was ace as a family.
Stuart C, 10/13/2025 2:59:05 PM
Brilliant tour guide who lived and breathed the character, telling spooky tales of Edinburgh's past. Interactive, funny and on the edge of your seat at times. Well worth experiencing.
Megan A, 10/13/2025 10:06:17 AM
tommy terror was our amazing guide into the unknown! it was such a atmospheric experience that i think anyone could enjoy
Global52005850307, 10/13/2025 4:21:33 AM
The tour was quite enjoyable. Tommy Terror was a great host. I will say i was glad I took my Dramamine. The constant jerking of the bus gave me quite a headache. Also, the perfume the woman in front of me bathed herself in didn't help. I would recommend this tour for anyone who isn't familiar with Edinburgh and anyone wanting a tour with good history but no real spookiness.
Julien B, 10/11/2025 4:12:53 PM
We did the Ghost Bus Tour in Edinburgh at 19:30, and it was the perfect time — dark enough to really set the eerie mood! Our guide, Chris, was fantastic — funny, engaging, and a brilliant storyteller. The mix of humour and spooky tales made the whole experience so much fun from start to finish. The stories were fascinating and just the right amount of creepy, and Chris’s narration really brought Edinburgh’s haunted history to life. I had an amazing time and would 100% recommend this tour to anyone visiting the city. A must-do for a fun and spooky evening!
S6825SWchristinej, 10/10/2025 1:19:40 PM
Really fun experience, got to learn many interesting facts and the guide was great! Such a cool experience to try when on vacation
146bridgetb, 10/9/2025 10:22:49 AM
A very fun and engaging way to see Edinburgh and learn about some of its darker history. The tour was well-paced, full of interesting stories, and gave a great overview of both the city’s landmarks and hidden corners. Our guide was fantastic: knowledgeable, fun, and very talented!
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time. The tour cannot wait for late passengers and they cannot be admitted once the show has started.
- Please note that the tours are conducted in English
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Prepare to be scared silly on a 75 minute ghost bus tour around Edinburgh’s ghoulish haunts. Under the guidance of a creepy onboard conductor, cruise around Edinburgh’s most terrifying and impressive sights, such as Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. Ride in a double-decker 'Routemaster' vintage bus and feel your hairs stand on end as you hear shocking tales of grisly executions, unspeakable tortures and grim grave robbers. Discover the city’s sinister side and steel yourself for some frights on board.No redemption information available
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