Small Group Ghost Tour incl. Underground Vaults & free drink in Megget's Cellar
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
The evening begins with a stroll through the dark closes and wynds of Old Town Edinburgh before descending into the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults, where the scents and sounds of the past come alive. Finally, we’ll retire to a candlelit cellar for a dram of Scotch whisky and an intimate evening of ghostly storytelling.
Listen to grisly tales of witchcraft, torture and restless spirits as you venture down medieval closes and descend into the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults of Edinburgh on this ghost tour. Hear the distant clatter of workmen and whispers of criminals as you’re immersed in the atmosphere of the past.
As night thickens, we’ll gather together in Megget’s Cellar for a whisky — or if you’re not fond of a dram, a glass of locally-made beer or soft drink. In the warmth of candlelight, your Storyteller will conjure more tales of Edinburgh’s ghoulish past, and the tortured souls that stalk the city’s streets.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children 5yrs and above only
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
Dram of whisky, glass of pale ale or soft drink
Small group experience
Exclusive access to Blair Street Underground Vaults
Enhanced with hand-picked sounds of Edinburgh and delivered through TourTalk audio devices
Multi-sensory tours; with master Storyteller guides
What To Expect
Mercat Cross
Lose yourself in the cries and taunts of a once-roaring crowd of thousands, baying for the blood of two men. Take your place as a member of the “Edinburgh mob”, which once surged in riot past the Mercat Cross (our meeting point for the evening).
Edinburgh Old Town
Listen to grisly tales of witchcraft, torture and restless spirits as you venture down medieval closes and descend into the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults of Edinburgh on this ghost tour. Hear the distant clatter of workmen and whispers of criminals as you’re immersed in the atmosphere of the past.
Options
Scheduled Small Group Tour
Maximum group size of 18: Stories of blood, guts and gore in the Old Town, then a Scotch whisky in a candlelit cellar to warm the heart.
Reviews
587 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Underground spooky tour
Andrew C,
Oct 19, 2025
- Viator
4.00Great fun on this tour with a really good guide, Linda! Sights underground were very cool and old! Only thing that was not so good was that the old underground section was below a night club with rock music playing above that created a less “authentic” feel in the ancient spaces! Not a deal breaker, but it was a bit annoying. A drink afterwards in the old chamber was great!!
Fun tour
jean z,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a fun introduction into Edinburgh’s darker history. Our guide made it entertaining with a bit of theatrics and her knowledge of the history.
Dog in the vaults
Devin F,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00We love this tour it was so much fun and had a lot of fun Stories/history. The vaults were fun although I didn’t sense anything. What stuck out to me was a story about a dog in the faults.. I took some pictures and I swear I got a side profile of a little dog!
That 808 Couple
Aaron C,
Sep 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Veni is an amazing storyteller! She is very enthusiastic and fun to be around! We had a wonderful experience!
Our tour guide was an...
jennifer g,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide was an amazing story teller, I could have listened to her all day! Definitely recommend this tour!
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