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1 hour 30 minutes
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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
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• Some historical content may be of a distressing nature with regards but not exclusively to Torture, Hangings, Death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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Gratuities
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.
1,649 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Megan G,
Oct 21, 2025
- Viator
Did tour in the dark, only light used was a flashlight and your own phone light. Great stories, no jump scares, and our tour guide, Darren, was kind and funny. This tour was not theatrical but it would’ve been cool to see the guide dressed in something other than regular clothes to set the tone. The vaults and graveyard stories were interesting and one story easily led into the other. The night of the tour, I woke at 3am, to a skinny man with grey hair standing at the edge of my bed. I’ve had “the hag” before and it reminded me a lot of the same experience, but I find it hard to believe that having the hag after this experience was a coincidence.
Winnie L,
Oct 19, 2025
- Viator
We enjoyed learning about the history of graveyards and the vaults. We also loved walking and exploring the little streets, as well as parts of Edinburgh we would not have thought about exploring.
Melanie W,
Oct 19, 2025
- Viator
It was very informative and interesting. The guide, Darren obviously knew his stuff and it was fascinating hearing all the different stories. Though there are repeats from other tours (unavoidable) there were still new stories we hadn't heard before.
MARCO L,
Oct 18, 2025
- Viator
Amazing tour, also amazing guide, Diva was a diva! Would absolutely recommend if you pass by Edinburgh
Moa K,
Oct 16, 2025
- Viator
Jonathan was lovely (joking Jordan ofc)! It was a very interesting and fun tour😊 the time just flew away.
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