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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.
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Professional guide
Transport by Routemaster
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
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2,544 reviews
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Joanne,
Jul 13, 2025
- Viator
This was an excellent tour and our guide was hilarious. He had so many interesting/creepy stories of Edinburgh but he was also quite funny. I believe his name was Hugh. I would definitely recommend this to anybody wanting to know some of the darker history of Edinburgh.
James L,
Jul 13, 2025
- Viator
The ghost bus tour in Edinburgh is an excellent informative and funny tour excellent guides and drivers
Charlie B,
Jul 12, 2025
- Viator
It was very interesting and learned some spooky truths and tails about the city. I’m not of fan of anything scary this was great, not really scary… loved the stories. Great host!
Jaime D,
Jul 11, 2025
- Viator
The bus host was rude, racist, and aggressive; he even caused several passengers to get off before the end of the trip.
Kerri U,
Jul 8, 2025
- Viator
Fun tour, enjoyed learning about the history of Edinburgh and its ghost stories. I would definitely recommend this to a friend.
Operated by The Ghost Bus Tours