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‘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.
None
No under 5s
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
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The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Reviews
8,766 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Glimpse of Edinburghs History
947sadiam,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a wonderful time with my sister and the tour guide was absolutely engaging. The walk in the grave was difficult just from how dark it was but nothing a good pair of boots can’t do. Our guide had excellent projection and vocal range in storytelling. It felt like we were in a play! The outfit although not his color, added more to the experience.
Entertaining evening
M9092HRhilaryc,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous, really informative and entertaining. The weather was not kind but Agnes, our guide was undaunted. Would heartily recommend as an insight into the darker side of Edinburgh's history
Dr Know
jarit684,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour with Dr Know was amazing! Would recomend it to everyone! Great historie lesson of Edinburgh I also fell in love with him, love you knoxie xxx ;)
Mary Queen of Scots 🗣️🗣️
N7701QEesrae,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mary was amazing!! Her story telling and acting as the Queen really set the tone and scene of Edinburgh and its history. Totally recommend doing this tour, recommend it even more so as your tour guide to be Mary.
10/10 Recommend
laurenkayyee,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour is one of my favorite things I did in Edinburgh. David Rizzio really made the tour. He was funny, entertaining, and provided an in depth dive into the dark history of Edinburgh.
Would give it a miss!
laurenmF3951SU,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00I was told to do this as it was “amazing” but I think I must of booked the wrong one! Guide spent the whole time asking everyone questions just to be rude and make fun. I understand it’s part of the character but it was taken too far and got old very quick. I literally learnt zero, group was too big. Basically paid money to be in a pitch black damp room?
Spooky and informative!
Eliana P,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved our ghost tour! Fred was an awesome tour guide- he was really knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and was super funny as well! The sites were really neat and we learned a lot about Scotland’s darker past. Would definitely recommend and would love to go on another tour with Fred!
Robert Knox is amazing!
tomsB6316VQ,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Robert Knox was amazing! Very scary. Always entertaining. He does good small talk. His favourite lizard is the monitor lizard.
A fun evening with Helen
Climber50246571536,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed the World Famous Underground Tour. Our guide, Helen Duncan, was amazing – funny, engaging, and totally in character the whole time. She made us laugh a lot but also made sure we learned something new about Edinburgh’s history. Definitely worth doing!
Great guide, fun experience
Thomas M,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great guide , very funny and engaging. Good banter and jokes. the tour of greyfriars kirkhard was also picturesque area night
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