Small Group Edinburgh Underground Vaults & Graveyard Ghost Tour
Overview
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1 hour 45 minutes
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Experience the eerie and frightening atmosphere of the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults, which Mercat Tours has exclusive access to. Beware, though, for maybe those whispers you hear aren't just in your head...
It might be something to do with the change in temperature. Or the perpetual darkness. Or the ever smaller rooms, stretching beyond the weak beam of a torch or flicker of candlelight. Whatever the reason, there’s something unsettling about the Blair Street Underground Vaults — and your master Storyteller will reveal the troubling tales on this underground Edinburgh ghost tour.
From there, it’s on to the spooky Canongate graveyard, where the spirits of the dead await.
On this Edinburgh underground vaults and graveyard ghost tour, you’ll hear countless tales of dastardly deeds and ghostly sightings in the very places where they occurred.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tours are guaranteed all year round, so please dress for the weather, with comfortable shoes.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Adults-only (18+) Ghost Tour
Small group experience
Visit to Canongate Graveyard
Exclusive access to Blair Street Underground Vaults
Enhanced with hand-picked sounds of Edinburgh and delivered through TourTalk audio devices
Exclusive multi-sensory tours; with master Storyteller guides
What To Expect
Mercat Cross
Tour meeting point - The distant sound of a rope pulled tight, the scraping of a foot behind you, a crowd baying for blood in the distance. Explore the dim close and wynds of Old Town Edinburgh and learn of the unsavoury characters who used to occupy these streets.
Edinburgh Vaults
Experience the eerie and frightening atmosphere of the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults, which Mercat Tours has exclusive access to. Beware, though, for maybe those whispers you hear aren't just in your head... It might be something to do with the change in temperature. Or the perpetual darkness. Or the ever smaller rooms, stretching beyond the weak beam of a torch or flicker of candlelight. Whatever the reason, there’s something unsettling about the Blair Street Underground Vaults — and your master Storyteller will reveal the troubling tales on this underground Edinburgh ghost tour.
Options
Small Group Scheduled Tour
Maximum group size of 18
Reviews
440 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A chilling dark history experience
justincZ8120EW,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An incredible experience walking the streets of Edinburgh and hearing about strange and other-worldly occurrences that happened all throughout. Marina was incredible. A fantastic storyteller who made the whole experience interesting, fun, and spooky. If anyone does this in late October, be sure to dress warm as it was a little chilly :) Our group had a wonderful time learning the dark history of Edinburgh, and delving into the underground vaults for some spooky ghost stories. Ending at the graveyard was a fun touch as well, really adding to the macabre history of it all.
Great tour by Michael
964mathijsh,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I took the tour with my girlfriend, and we absolutely loved it! Michael was an amazing guide. passionate about his work and full of great stories, which he shared in such a fun and spontaneous way. It made the whole experience truly enjoyable. Highly recommended!
Real experience of the history of the ordinary people of Edinburgh.
johncM7253RF,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very informative tour, with a number of tales told by our excellent tour guide who kept everyone interested at all times. Tour of the vaults and graveyards brings history to life much better than a 'talk' or meeting.
Perfect
Olivier R,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great expérience with our guide Mikael, a great story teller. All along the trip the information was perfect, and the visiting places interesting
A fun night out exploring part of the city and it's history.
Roam23384840382,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent way to get to know the city history. Very informative plus some humour too. Our guide was excellent and we hope to return sometime to look at the other themed walks.
Brilliant Vault and Graveyard tour!
R6046QYcharlottej,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a brilliant tour, had lots of fun listening to the weird and wonderful ghost stories of Edinburgh! Also learnt a lot about the local history, with a beautiful walk through the streets at night. Our tour guide Michael was an absolute star and made the tour through the Vaults and Graveyard both entertaining and interesting. The entire Mercat team make you feel safe the whole time and if you have any worries or need to leave at any time you need only say. Definitely hope to visit more of the Mercat tours in the future!
Ask for Sarah! Great tour!
cbhill21,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a fun tour! The guide, Sarah, was very knowledgeable and fun! I would recommend this tour for sure!
We had a really nice...
Jennifer F,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a really nice time. Steph was our tour guide and made sure everyone was well informed. Her storytelling was wonderful. I highly recommend.
Outstanding!
M9450BFjenniferf,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had the best time. Our guide, Shannon, was so nice. She made the whole experience super interesting because she was so full of energy. I also learned so much. I went solo and had so much fun! Thank you so much, will be booking another tour soon! :)
Very fun experience....
Pereyrame,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very fun experience. Wanted to walk through the vaults and was not Disappointed! Would recommend to others!
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