The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Overview
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1 hour 15 minutes
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Experience the world's most haunted city on a ghost tour of Edinburgh and be spooked by one of the city's most infamous sons as they lead you around the dark side of the Old Town. Discover the hidden wynds (alleys) off the Royal Mile and hear some of Edinburgh’s horrifying secrets.
Then, visit what is regarded as the most haunted graveyard in the world at "Greyfriars Kirkyard." Finally, go deep underground and explore the Edinburgh Vaults beneath the streets. Completed in 1788, the series of chambers were used to house taverns and as storage space for illicit material, including the bodies of people killed by serial killers Burke and Hare for their medical experiments.
Journey through over 400 years of history and hear terrifying true tales of hangings, torture, murders and witchcraft. Shiver at the weird noises and unexplained smells that make an appearance after dark!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
guests should arrive 10 minutes prior to tours
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Edinburgh Old Town
Experience the Old town's wynd's and closes Visit the most haunted graveyard in Edinburgh Explore the Edinburgh Vaults beneath the city's streets
What‘s Included
Hear terrifying stories of hauntings, murders, executions and cannibalism.
6.45pm Evening tour is suitable for families.
Guide plays a real, distinct and infamous character from Scotland’s history.
Travel back in time and descend into our section of underground street.
Walk through the Old Town’s distinctive closes, wynds and secluded squares.
75 Minute evening walking tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town and South Bridge vaults.
Visit the world-famous, eerie, unforgettable Greyfriars Kirkyard.
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The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Reviews
9,181 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
What an event!
GlobeTrotting594767,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fred Knox was amazing! What a diva. Such a great tour, we had a lot of fun (while learning a lot too). We would definitely recommend booking a tour!
Good stuff
278makaylaf,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great exploration of the history of Edinburgh’s lesser known myths and stories. Our guide Fredrick was great and his character work was easily the best part of the tour.
You'll laugh while you learn
ScarletPapillon,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a lot of fun on this tour. If you're a fan of the Dungeons for their blend of comedy, scares and education then you'll certainly enjoy this as well. Somehow managed to be immersive despite being mostly out in the open contemporary streets of Edinburgh. Guide Lafayette did a great job of keeping a large group of people entertained and informed. I'm particularly impressed with his ability to remember little details about the group, making sure everyone felt involved.
Edinburgh Ghost Tour
Explore46707525205,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun and interesting. John Kincaid was excellent, very knowledgeable and entertaining
Super fun spooky guide around Edinburgh!
laurapR435OS,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a really fun tour courtesy of Fred- loved all the historical knowledge and he was such a cool, interesting guide! We had a great time! Highly recommend it :)
Disappointing, dissatisfaction and SO EXPENSIVE FOR WHAT IT IS
Alistair W,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Do not waste your money. The tour guide was good, but the tour wasn't. Walking around places where you can do it without paying. Alot of Walking, and no scary stuff. We was looking forward to the infamous paranormal underground but it was not scary at all. We was a full group and there was barely any space. The underground vault was meant to be the highlight but it was just more spooky stories of the plague in a dark claustrophobic room with 20 people. For the price of 36£, do not do this. It is without a doubt so expensive to what was delivered. To sum it up, disappointing.
Recommended
markbG9586HM,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour with great stories, John Kincaid was a knowledgeable guide.Recommended
Fun, enjoyable, entertaining and informative
Explorer00078037401,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Fred Nocks was very pleasant, witty with fun facts and full of information, made the tour enjoyable all the way. Loved his sense of humour.
Helen Duncan Rocks!!
Mer maiden16,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Helen Duncan is fantastic! She is knowledgeable and an incredible actor. Would recommend to anyone. The tour itself was great....her historical knowledge and presentation were spot on.
Loved the tour.
simonlY1819QL,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time on the tour with Maggie Dickson, AKA Half Hanged Maggie, she was very knowledgeable and tried to include everyone. I highly recommend this tour, and if Maggies doing the tour, even better.
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