The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Overview
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1 hour 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
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
8,606 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Spooky underground
Katherine N,
Oct 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a good tour that focused on how the plague affected Edinburgh. It was a good tour, only not so positive thing I would say would be the group size was pretty big but the Guide managed it well.
A must do in Edinburgh!
Noga E,
Oct 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00An amazing experience and really worth to do if you have the time! Our tour guide was Lafayette who made the tour even better and so much fun 🤩
Great night tour for exploring Edinburgh
Shaun S,
Oct 20, 2025
- Viator
4.00Great night tour for exploring Edinburgh history sight seeing and ghost tour enthusiasts. Entertaining and thrilling
Brilliant Tour with Fred Knoxx!
Clare L,
Oct 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fred Knoxx was absolutely fantastic — he made the tour come alive! He was so funny and stayed perfectly in character the whole time, which made everything even more entertaining. Not only was he hilarious, but he was also really informative, sharing so many interesting facts throughout. His wit and personality truly made the experience unforgettable. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment and would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for something engaging and fun!
I was expecting to see a...
Marion F,
Oct 19, 2025
- Viator
3.00I was expecting to see a little bit more of the graveyard and vaults , and maybe less of just standing waiting while the guide tells stories.. a bit disappointed but overall funny experience
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Operated by City of Edinburgh Tours