Haunted Vaults and Graveyard Walking Tour in Edinburgh
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Your knowledgeable guide takes you to Greyfriar's Kirkyard, home of the famous Greyfriar's Bobby – nice dog – who had cocked his leg where rotting corpses lay below and whose names were made famous in many novels and history books, sending chills down many a reader's spine.
Then on to the infamous and haunted Niddry Street underground vaults, most haunted place in Edinburgh and probably one of the scariest in the world! Once home to the destitute, prostitutes, criminals, witches and a hell-fire club, and is possessed by something evil that awaits you
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not suitable for children under 5 years of age
Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Vaults are accessed via a 2ft stair with further average size stairs inside the vaults.
Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be turned away.
Filming or live streaming of the tour is strictly forbidden. You may be ejected from the tour.
• Some historical content may be of a distressing nature with regards but not exclusively to Torture, Hangings, Death
• Children under 2 years of age not allowed on tour.
The walking pace and terrain may not be suitable for those with any difficulty walking.
office hours are 10am - 5pm for all calls and emails.
What To Expect
Greyfriars Kirk
You will be guided through Greyfriars Graveyard hearing about some of it's most famous residents and the history of this burial place.
Auld Reekie Tours
See the Vaults hidden below Edinburgh's South Bridge and hear about their dark history and paranormal occurrences.
Options
Vaults and Graveyard Tour
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,891 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Macabre
christy l,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Full of wonderful stories and dark history. My grandson and I just loved this tour. It was a great history lesson.
Whole new experience!
Traveler14229037996,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Darren was our guide, he was amazing. Told the stories clearly and did it with a scare and a joke. Loved the way the tour went! Will do it again when we come again.
A must do
Stay780819,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great, informative tour full of history. Thanks Stewart for the experience!
Great experience!
D1833UOkellyc,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great way to spend an evening—learning about Edinburgh’s dark past and characters on a drippy, rainy evening. Guide Brendan was outstanding!
Diva was our guide. She...
Gina A,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Diva was our guide. She was fabulous. We heard interesting stories that kept us amused and engaged in the tour. Thank you very much
Great tour
kathy talbot,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved the tour with Darren! Very informative and fun. Would do again!
Don’t do this tour
juancarlos g,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Horrible. My kids were really looking forward to this tour. The guide never showed up. Plus, when I tried to contact the company about the no-show, no one answered my repeated attempts via, text, WhatsApp, or email mail.
Time to be haunted
jsciarp4,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was well organized and our guide, Darren was well spoken and clear. He had a great knowledge of the town, history and great stories. The walk was nice and everyone could stop to take pictures on the way. The dungeons were spectacular and great history about them. This was better than some silly ,so called, haunted stage with props. Much enjoyed with teen daughter.
Great Mix of History, Dark History, and a Little Spooky
Rochelle B,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a really neat experience. We had already done Mary King's Close which discusses the norm for those working and living in the closes, whereas the vaults were where destitute people lived in secret and darkness. The cemetery was a good visit with some dark history as well. Darren did a good job of sharing history and ghost stories without overselling any paranormal activity. I highly recommend this tour.
Great time
894candrap,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time on this tour. Louisa made it fun, educational, and spooky.
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