Haunted Histories walking Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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90-minute walking tour around the darker side of Edinburgh's mysterious and historic Old Town. Learn about ghosts, ghouls, torture and terror with our charismatic and theatrical tour guide. An iconic Edinburgh experience suitable for young and old.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
What To Expect
Royal Mile
Uncover the secrets that lie underneath the mysterious and historic Royal Mile, with stories buried underneath the very path that we'll walk along Scotland's most famous street.
Experience the claustrophobic living conditions of Edinburgh's ancient closes and wynds. Listen to dark tales of the residents that shared them.
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Haunted Histories walking Tour
Reviews
70 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The most fun ghost tour
M9976ZZmeganm,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ross was the absolute best! He is obviously very intelligent and a wonderful storyteller! He was able to translate the city’s history in such a fun and engaging way.
Edinburgh Ghost Tour
FrequentFlier814251,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic evening with Ross our tour guide he was both very informative and at times very funny this made for a brilliant tour and we could not recommend Ross highly enough
Best Ghost Tour
michaelnT9514RA,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you do one thing in Edinburgh, make it this tour—but only if you’re lucky enough to get Ross as your guide. We embarked on the "City of the Dead" tour with high hopes, but Ross surpassed every expectation. He wasn't just a guide reciting a script; he was a masterful storyteller who completely transported us to the city's grim and ghastly past. From the moment we met in the gloom of the graveyard, his presence was captivating. His deep, resonant voice commanded silence, making every creak of a gate and rustle of leaves feel intentional. He wove historical facts with local legends so seamlessly that the line between truth and tale blurred perfectly. His knowledge was evidently vast, answering obscure questions with ease, but it was his delivery that was truly spellbinding. He knew precisely when to pause for dramatic effect, when to lean in and lower his voice to a whisper, making us hang on his every word. Ross didn’t just show us the shadows; he made them breathe. He transformed a simple underground close into a place of palpable dread and turned historical figures into lingering spirits. This wasn’t a cheesy, jump-scare attraction; it was an immersive, chilling, and utterly compelling experience. An absolute master of his craft, Ross is the reason this tour was the unforgettable highlight of our trip. Don't hesitate—book it
A MUST tour in Edinburgh!
ashleymR5075DE,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00absolutely loved this tour! Ross was incredible , entertaining and engaging. laughed so hard we almost died! highlight for us was learning about the midnight nibbler, mr. john cheisly.
Insane & Incredible Experience
850keithk,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ross was an engaging and entertaining guide for our Halloween evening tour. He brings the energy (and plenty of humor) to make the tour an absolute treat. You do not want to miss this insane/incredible adventure…and I’m looking forward to being a subscriber to his YouTube channel. :)
Theatrical, looney, original haunted tour!
ver nical460,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took the haunted tour in Halloween and we had a great time. Ross was very entertaining, theatrical and a bit eccentric/Looney😆, just like the character that he was representing!(Beetle juice). He told us original stories that I've never heard before 👏👏(and I've done quite a few tours in Edinburgh!) It was a nice treat. Thank you very much Ross from the Argentinian with the dress full of skulls!😁Tour highly recommended!
A Halloween Treat!!
marktX8140NQ,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ross was an excellent guide, a larger than life mix of the menacing, macabre and manic. He was fun and knowledgeable, intrigue and interest at every turn. Worth every penny.
A Halloween fright night full of family based gory stories.
garysK5466HP,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ross was fantastic with knowledge and fantastic family based gory humour. Fantastic stories, great locations and a great Halloween in Edinburgh. Do yourself a favour and book a tour with Ross, you'll thank me later!
Russ was very...
Patty M,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Russ was very entertaining. Not scary at all. Toured different areas of the city and learned interesting facts
Great spooky walking tour!!
CeciliaRico11,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was such a unique and different experience. Ross is a great host and funny entrainment. Funny and scary at the same time. This is suitable for all ages
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