Judge in period costume presides over mock trial at Edinburgh Dungeon Tour.
Shackles on wooden floor, Edinburgh Dungeon Tour.
Victorian-costumed actors in a dim Edinburgh alley for the Dungeon Tour.
Visitors react to a costumed actor in a dramatic scene at the Edinburgh Dungeon Tour.
Visitors exploring mirror maze at Edinburgh Dungeon Tour.

Walking Tour of The Edinburgh Dungeon

Edinburgh
Walking Tours
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Duration: 1 hour (approx.)

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Dive into Scotland's shadowy past with the Walking Tour of The Edinburgh Dungeon, an actor-led experience set in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. This thrilling journey through time takes you on a chilling adventure over 70 minutes as you encounter notorious figures like Burke and Hare and the infamous witch Agnes Finnie. Live actors bring to life these eerie tales against engaging sets filled with special effects.

A 70-min walking tour beneath Edinburgh's streets unveils 1000 years of Scotland’s dark history.

Engage with the chilling thrill at The Dungeon through engaging sets, live shows by actors, and bone-rattling special effects in a fascinating atmosphere.

Characters like cannibal Sawney Bean and witch Agnes Finnie come to life as they recount their gruesome tales during your experience.

Navigate an eerie mirror maze or face the heart-stopping drop ride. For those seeking more adventure, explore the Torture Chamber with its chilling confession-extraction devices.

Did you know? The Dungeon shares a boundary with Mary King’s Close, where century-old ghost stories from plague times linger.

Admission to a thrilling 70-minute Walking Tour of The Edinburgh Dungeon in Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Access to live actors and engaging sets as part of Your Experience Step Into the Past Embark at Agnes Finnie's Humor Prepare

Entry for an exciting drop ride within The Dungeon

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Judge in period costume presides over mock trial at Edinburgh Dungeon Tour.

Judge in period costume presides over mock trial at Edinburgh Dungeon Tour.

Welcome to Edinburgh Dungeon

In Scotland's capital city, located in Edinburgh near famous landmarks, you'll step into an engaging 70-minute journey through history at The Dungeon. This actor-led tour takes you on a thrilling exploration of the past with live actors and special effects that bring chilling tales vividly to life.

Explore Dark Chapters

Your adventure begins by delving into the sinister stories of Burke and Hare, notorious for supplying corpses used in Dr. Knox's anatomy lectures. As you navigate through Edinburgh Dungeon’s eerie settings, meet Sawney Bean, a legendary cannibal, and Agnes Finnie, an infamous witch.

A Blend of Terrors and Laughs

The experience is not just about fear; it includes moments of Scottish humor that lighten the atmosphere. Prepare to face horrors like the black plague in a terrifying torture chamber while enjoying pockets of laughter throughout your journey. Test your courage with an exhilarating drop ride featuring a vertical free fall, followed by navigating through a perplexing mirror maze.

Conclude this haunting yet entertaining tour at Loch Leven Castle where legends say Mary Queen of Scots' spirit still wanders the halls.

Shackles on wooden floor, Edinburgh Dungeon Tour.

Shackles on wooden floor, Edinburgh Dungeon Tour.

Victorian-costumed actors in a dim Edinburgh alley for the Dungeon Tour.

Victorian-costumed actors in a dim Edinburgh alley for the Dungeon Tour.

Visitors react to a costumed actor in a dramatic scene at the Edinburgh Dungeon Tour.

Visitors react to a costumed actor in a dramatic scene at the Edinburgh Dungeon Tour.

Before your visit, take note of the following important details:

Parking & Accessibility

    This venue offers wheelchair-friendly facilities for all guests.

    Show Considerations

      Be aware that certain performances include flashing lights. If you have photosensitive epilepsy, please inform a staff member upon arrival to explore alternative pathways.

      Ages & Restrictions

        This experience is designed for those aged 5 years and older.

        Visitors exploring mirror maze at Edinburgh Dungeon Tour.

        Visitors exploring mirror maze at Edinburgh Dungeon Tour.

        Ensure all visitors are aged five and above as this experience is restricted for younger guests.

        If you or anyone in your group has photosensitive epilepsy, speak to a member of staff before entering the attraction to find an alternative route due to flashing lights.

        The Edinburgh Dungeon offers wheelchair accessibility; plan accordingly if needed for any visitors with mobility requirements.

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        FAQs

        Personal expenses incurred during your visit to The Edinburgh Dungeon are not included in the package.
        Some shows contain flashing lights and may not be suitable for visitors with photosensitive epilepsy. A member of staff can provide an alternative route if needed.
        You'll meet historical figures like the cannibal Sawney Bean and witch Agnes Finnie during your adventure.
        The Dungeon shares a boundary with Mary King’s Close, known for its haunted ghost stories from plague times.
        Included are the 70-minute guided walk through the dungeon's immersive sets and live shows, along with experiencing a drop ride.
        The tour explores over 1000 years of Scotland’s dark history, featuring tales from beneath Edinburgh's streets.
        Guests must be aged 5 and above to join the tour.
        The facility offers wheelchair accessibility for visitors.
        The walking tour lasts for 70 minutes.
        Prepare for an immersive journey with live actors, engaging sets, special effects, a mirror maze, drop ride, and the Torture Chamber featuring chilling devices used in history.

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