Ghost Tour of Edinburgh

9.60 / 10

15 reviews | 221 travellers

The guide was very friendly and helpful. The tour perspective is interesting, with unusual stories, but very much related to crimes. I would have liked to have heard something more folkloric and cultural, but that wasn't a problem. It was very cold and the cemetery is very dark, so I went back during the day to see the places again, because I didn't see them at night.

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Stroll down the narrow alleyways of Edinburgh spotting ghosts

Discover some of the most spooky corners in the city

Tour important landmarks while learning mysterious tales

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The guide was very friendly and helpful. The tour perspective is interesting, with unusual stories, but very much related to crimes. I would have liked to have heard something more folkloric and cultural, but that wasn't a problem. It was very cold and the cemetery is very dark, so I went back during the day to see the places again, because I didn't see them at night.

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It's no coincidence that in Edinburgh you can take a course in Parapsychology. The Scottish capital is famously haunted and there have been countless sightings of ghosts and phantoms. Are you brave enough to take our ghost tour of Edinburgh?

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It's no coincidence that in Edinburgh you can take a course in Parapsychology. The Scottish capital is famously haunted and there have been countless sightings of ghosts and phantoms. Are you brave enough to take our ghost tour of Edinburgh?

Ghost Tour of Edinburgh

Wars, murders, witch burnings, and many other gruesome periods throughout Edinburgh's history have made it a notoriously haunted city.

This walking tour will begin at the William Chambers Monument and will take you away from the traditional routes through the city and into the dark corners which hide Edinburgh's most sinister secrets.

Throughout the walking tour, the guide will thrill you with macabre, twisted tales from days gone by. You'll learn about witches and ghosts from the city's past and find out which ones are still lurking around today.

While walking through the city, you'll be able to soak up every creepy nook and cranny of the city and search for signs of ghosts and ghouls in iconic places. The itinerary will take us to important historical sites such as Edinburgh Castle, Grey Friars Kirkyard, and the Old Tollbooth Prison. We'll also do fun games and quizzes throughout!

After a total of 2 hours, our tour of Edinburgh's mysteries and secrets will come to an end on Royal Mile at the beautiful St Giles Cathedral.

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Duration

2h 30m.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

English–speaking guide

Not included

Ticket to enter the underground vaults

When to book?

You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
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Provide a safe and satisfying experience.

Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.

Uphold fair employment standards.

Foster the growth of local communities.

Preserve the integrity of local culture.

Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.

Ensure ethical treatment of animals.

Operate with honesty and transparency.

Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

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No printing of documentation required.
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See Your City

Corporate name: syc ltd

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Pets

Not permitted.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

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A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?

A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.

If you have any other questions please contact us.
Cancellations

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
Meeting point

Meeting point

Where does the activity end?

William Chambers Monument

St Giles Cathedral

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Where does the activity end?

St Giles Cathedral
Reviews

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4 out of 15 reviews

9.6 / 10

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Feb / 27 / 2025

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Sophia Goreti

Belo Horizonte, Brazil

O guia foi muito simpático e disponível. A perspetiva do tour é interessante, com histórias incomuns, mas bastante relacionadas a crimes. Eu gostaria de ter ouvido algo mais folclórico e cultural, mas isso não foi um problema. Fez bastante frio e o cemitério é muito escuro, de modo que voltei durante o dia para rever os lugares, porque a noite, não os vi. Translate this opinion into English.

The guide was very friendly and helpful. The tour perspective is interesting, with unusual stories, but very much related to crimes. I would have liked to have heard something more folkloric and cultural, but that wasn't a problem. It was very cold and the cemetery is very dark, so I went back during the day to see the places again, because I didn't see them at night. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

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May / 08 / 2024

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Angela

Braga, Portugal

Had an awesome experience. Kieran was an excellent guide with a lot of enthusiasm, a great communicator! Learned a lot about both well known and less well known interesting people from Edinburgh's history. Can't recommend this tour enough for anyone interested in learning more about the history (and crime) of Edinburgh.

I travelled by myself

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Nov / 01 / 2024

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Paula Rodriguez

San Juan, Argentina

Our guide was amazing, so keen to share all of his knowledge with us! We really enjoyed it.

I travelled with friends

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Oct / 27 / 2024

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Laura

Ireland

The activity was great. Jenny was such an enthusiastic tour guide with lots of knowledges. She explained us a lot of different stories with so many details. We totally recommend the tour with her!

I travelled with teenagers

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