The Edinburgh Dungeon Entrance Ticket
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Make your way to the Edinburgh Dungeon and allow yourself to feel immersed in Edinburgh’s narrow cobbled closes and wynds (small side streets). You are about to come face to face with the city’s most notorious rogues and villains and discover the dark side of Scotland’s long history.
Your underground journey takes through different periods of Scottish and Edinburgh history, with live actors recreating some of the more dark and tragic episodes of the past – all with the unique Dungeon blend of tongue-in-cheek humour, scary fun entertainment and audience participation.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This attraction is not recommended for those of a nervous disposition or very young children
Children 5 years and under will not be admitted to the Dungeon
Children (5-15) must be accompanied by an adult (16 or over)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Entrance Ticket
Guide book
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop off
What To Expect
The Edinburgh Dungeon
Come face-to-face with Sawney Bean and his cannibal family – he’d love to have you for dinner! Will you escape the plague in Mary King’s Close, or end up with boils on your sweaty bits? Be found VERY guilty by Judge Mental and accused of witchcraft by Edinburgh’s baddest witch Agnes Finnie! You’ll meet Burke & Hare, the city’s most notorious serial killers and encounter ghosts from the past… Experience the sights, sounds and even smells of Edinburgh, culminating in the thrilling Drop Dead Ride to Doom at the Grassmarket gallows!
Options
Standard Off Peak
Anytime Off Peak
Standard Peak
Anytime Peak
Reviews
597 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience
Vicky D,
Jul 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Well organised , great experience throughout. Good value for money. Loved the drop ride at the end !
Worth the time !
Elaine C,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
4.00Great experience. The only down side was their technical problems at the last stage and missed out on desired photos.
Fun to do
Paul H,
Jul 22, 2025
- Viator
4.00Good fun. It didn’t take long to do and it was great with audience interaction. The ride at the end was unexpected and fun.
This was like a Ripleys...
Brian L,
Jul 16, 2025
- Viator
2.00This was like a Ripleys in the States. Ok if you have kids. Better things to spend time and money on
Solo travel
Tricia S,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fun for all ages, solo traveler or not. Live and interactive not just a simple walk through. Great ride at the end.
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