Edinburgh: After-Dark Ghostly Night Walking Tour
Edinburgh: After-Dark Ghostly Night Walking Tour
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
2 hours (approx.)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Start Edinburgh's most graphic and spine-chilling ghost tour, where you'll be led by a master storyteller through shadowy streets to Blair Street Underground Vaults in this thrilling After-Dark Ghostly Night Walking Tour. Your journey begins at the Mercat Cross in Old Town with ticket checks and audio device distribution before venturing into eerie wynds once filled with mobs, whispers, and cries. The tour promises an evening of chilling tales echoing through Edinburgh’s dark alleys as you explore haunted sites like Blair Street Underground Vaults.
Start Edinburgh's most graphic and spine-chilling ghost tour, where you'll be led by a master storyteller through shadowy streets to Blair Street Underground Vaults in this thrilling After-Dark Ghostly Night Walking Tour. Your journey begins at the Mercat Cross in Old Town with ticket checks and audio device distribution before venturing into eerie wynds once filled with mobs, whispers, and cries. The tour promises an evening of chilling tales echoing through Edinburgh’s dark alleys as you explore haunted sites like Blair Street Underground Vaults.
Explore Edinburgh's Old Town on an exclusive 2-hour guided tour led by Your Storyteller. Discover the shadowy streets and Blair Street Underground Vaults.
Incorporate a multi-sensory experience as you walk past historic sites like the Mercat Cross before delving into underground tales of Edinburgh’s dark history.
Listen to chilling stories about witch trials, body snatching, and restless spirits in the vaults, narrated with historical accuracy and engaging sound by an English-speaking guide.
Conclude your tour at candlelit Megget’s Cellar where you can enjoy a dram of takey or local beer — included as part of your ticket.
Guided walking tour for two hours in the evening covering Blair Street Underground Vaults and Old Town
Access to Blair Street Underground Vaults included
One glass of Ballantine's Finest Scotch Takey, Skeleton Blues hazy IPA, or Scottish-made soft drinks at Megget’s cellar (based on option selected)
Use of an English-speaking guide during the tour
Experience a unique multi-sensory journey through TourTalk audio devices delivered by Your Storyteller
Hotel shuttle services
Travel arrangements
Guide leading a group through Blair Street Underground Vaults.
The Experience
Dive into the spine-tingling world of ghosts with Edinburgh: After-Dark Ghostly Night Walking Tour, where you'll explore shadowy streets guided by a master storyteller. Your journey takes you to the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults, located in Edinburgh's Old Town.
Getting Started
The tour commences at Mercat Cross in the historic heart of Old Town. Following ticket validation and audio device distribution, your adventure begins with an initial stroll through dimly lit city alleys.
Tour Highlights
Experience a haunting walk along Edinburgh’s old wynds: Traverse shadowy closes and ancient courtyards as your guide narrates chilling stories of witch trials, executions, and historical unrest in Old Town.
Explore the Blair Street Underground Vaults: Venture into one of Edinburgh's most atmospheric locations. These dimly lit vaults harbor tales of body snatching, crime, and eerie echoes from long ago.
Your Guide
A master storyteller in a cloak leads the way: Your guide shares gripping accounts based on true events at their historical sites across Edinburgh.
Group Dynamics and Tools
Come together with like-minded individuals, equipped with personal audio devices to ensure you catch every chilling story in even the most narrow alleys or echoing vaults.
Megget’s Cellar Session
Conclude your tour in a candlelit cellar where storytelling continues amidst an intimate atmosphere. Savor this moment with a drink, enhancing the experience's warmth and intrigue.
Inclusions
Diverse beverage options: Choose from Scotch takey, local craft IPA, or a Scottish soft drink made naturally during your tour.
This exclusive, small-group walking tour blends history with horror in Edinburgh's fascinating Old Town. It’s ideal for those intrigued by the city's darker narratives and mysterious ambiance.
Group on guided tour under archway in Edinburgh Old Town.
Tour guide leading a group through Blair Street Underground Vaults.
Guide leading a group through Blair Street Underground Vaults.
Group on guided tour under archway in Edinburgh Old Town.
Tour guide leading a group through Blair Street Underground Vaults.
Tour guide in period costume leading an evening underground ghost tour in Edinburgh.
Safety is crucial, so the 1-hour walking tour excludes guests under 18 years old. Meanwhile, children younger than five are not permitted for the 2-hour walk.
- Pets cannot accompany due to venue restrictions during this experience.
- Arrive sober as alcohol consumption before your late-night adventure is discouraged.
Accessibility
This tour does not accommodate wheelchairs or prams/strollers. However, guide dogs are welcome at the location.
- If you have claustrophobia, participating in this experience may be challenging for you.
Additional Information
- Discounted tickets are available for students and seniors aged 60 years or older.
Pouring whiskey into a glass at Megget's Cellar tasting event.
Tour guide leading an evening group in Edinburgh Old Town.
Tour guide in period costume leading an evening underground ghost tour in Edinburgh.
Pouring whiskey into a glass at Megget's Cellar tasting event.
Tour guide leading an evening group in Edinburgh Old Town.
Book in advance during peak times to secure a spot for this popular tour and avoid disappointment.
To ensure entry is quick on arrival, meet your guide at Mercat Cross as instructed; they'll distribute audio devices after ticket checks.
If you enjoy takey or local beers, savor the included drink in candlelit Megget’s Cellar to perfectly end your tour experience.
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