Underground stone corridor with ghostly figure on a famous ghost tour.
Masked figure in historical attire in a dimly lit stone room, part of Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour.
Tour guide leading a group on an Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour in a dimly lit alley.
Victorian-era actor in makeup and costume in a dimly lit underground setting for paranormal tour.
Man in dark coat ascending stone steps in dimly lit underground passage.
Ghostly figure in a dimly lit alley during Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour.
Couple walking through dimly lit cobblestone alley on Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour.

Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour

Edinburgh
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Duration: 1.5 hours (approx.)

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Start an Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour and uncover the city's eerie past through its Old Town's dark alleys, guided by an English-speaking expert in paranormal history. Traverse historic sites like St Giles Cathedral and Greyfriars Kirkyard to hear chilling stories about infamous figures such as Cassandra Bean and Dr. Knox. This tour reveals haunting tales from Edinburgh’s former parliament and notorious jailhouse, offering a unique glimpse into the city's grim past.

Explore Edinburgh’s eerie reputation as the most haunted city on The Underground Ghost Tour and uncover its paranormal secrets.

Explore St. Giles Cathedral with an English-speaking guide, where you’ll learn about the site's history as a former parliament and infamous jail.

At 450 years old, Greyfriars Kirkyard is not just any cemetery; it harbors chilling stories of petrifying poltergeists and notorious body snatchers.

The South Bridge Underground offers an exciting journey into Edinburgh’s Old Town with spine-tingling tales that reveal the city's grim past.

Discover a moving tale at Greyfriars Kirkyard where Bobby, a loyal dog, guarded his master's grave for 14 years and was commemorated with a statue.

Admission to the Edinburgh The Underground Ghost Tour

Guidance from an English-speaking expert

Individual Costs

Underground stone corridor with ghostly figure on a famous ghost tour.

Underground stone corridor with ghostly figure on a famous ghost tour.

Welcome to an memorable journey into Edinburgh's supernatural history, guided by an English-speaking expert. Traverse through shadowy alleys in Edinburgh’s Old Town and uncover secrets from the notorious Cassandra Bean or explore Dr. Knox's controversial surgical ethics.

  • Explore historic sites like St Giles Cathedral
  • Learn about former parliament locations and a notorious jailhouse
  • Hear stories of life in Edinburgh during the 17th and 18th centuries

A Haunting Exploration from Greyfriars Kirkyard to South Bridge Underground

Your adventure continues at the eerie Greyfriars Kirkyard, a cemetery with over 450 years of history. Here you'll encounter ghostly tales and petrifying poltergeists.

  • Discover the story of Greyfriar's Bobby: A dog who guarded his master’s grave for 14 years
  • Hear about Burke and Hare, infamous body snatchers from history

The tour then takes you to a hidden underground space beneath South Bridge. Once part of a 17th-century close, this place features original bridge arches, walls, and house doorways with modern pavement visible above through skylights.

  • Experience the haunting atmosphere said to be filled with spirits from its past inhabitants
Masked figure in historical attire in a dimly lit stone room, part of Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour.

Masked figure in historical attire in a dimly lit stone room, part of Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour.

Tour guide leading a group on an Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour in a dimly lit alley.

Tour guide leading a group on an Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour in a dimly lit alley.

Victorian-era actor in makeup and costume in a dimly lit underground setting for paranormal tour.

Victorian-era actor in makeup and costume in a dimly lit underground setting for paranormal tour.

If you're planning on joining the Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour, here's what you need to know:

  • Avoid taking children under five years old as they are not permitted.
  • Wear comfortable shoes since there will be some walking involved during this tour.

Bring warm clothing because it can get quite chilly at night.

Man in dark coat ascending stone steps in dimly lit underground passage.

Man in dark coat ascending stone steps in dimly lit underground passage.

Ghostly figure in a dimly lit alley during Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour.

Ghostly figure in a dimly lit alley during Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour.

Wear warm clothing as evenings can be chilly during this tour of Edinburgh's haunted sites.

Avoid bringing children under 5 years old to ensure everyone has a suitable experience on the Underground Ghost Tour.

Suitable footwear is recommended, as you'll enjoy moderate walking while exploring spooky tales and historic locations in Old Town.

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