Edinburgh Underground Tour

Edinburgh Underground Tour

The Edinburgh underground tour is a spooky and thrilling walking tour that offers visitors a chance to embark on the journey of exploring the dark side of the city. During this evening walking tour, tourists get to explore the Old town side of Edinburgh, Greyfriars Kirkyard and take a trip through the underground vaults of the city.

The dark side of Edinburgh in the evening walk tour is going to be a treat for visitors who enjoy dark tales and horror movies. The tour takes them through the creepy past of Edinburgh as they explore the Old town area and its dark alleys. The experienced guide who accompanies the tourists shares mysterious stories and anecdotes of the grim history of this side of the city. The tour also includes a visit to the ghost filled cemetery Greyfriars Kirkyard - here visitors will meet the loyal watchdog, poltergeists and more during their short trip. After the visit to the cemetery, the tourists will take a trip to the underground vaults of Edinburgh which are located near the South Bridge. During this tour the guide will also share some unexplainable stories of torture and murder that has plagued the history of the underground vaults of Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Underground Tour Packages

A treat for the Halloween lovers, the Edinburgh Underground Tour is an all year round horror experience available as evening walks each day. Tourists who choose to embark on this journey get to experience the dark side of Edinburgh, its creepy underground vaults and the not so silent cemeteries. The Old town is brimming with stories of the past that cannot be explained or are related to murders and torture of the long forgotten from the dark alleys of this side. With these tour packages the tourists are accompanied by an expert guide who goes along this horror trail and shares the stories in a quirky way.

While booking the tour package online, tourists ensure their plans in advance and can mark the calendar for a fun exciting experience. Online booking also offers great discounts and deals on this fascinating journey that explores the dark past of Edinburgh. It is a hassle free process to book the package online, as tourists do not have to wait in long queues or worry about the tour groups being all booked. The visitors will also get access to the Greyfriars Kirkyard - a popular and ghostly cemetery brimming with dark tales and poltergeists.

Know Before You Go

Inclusions
Tips for Underground Tours
Essential Info:
  • A professional English speaking guide who is well aware of the stories of Edinburgh
  • Entry to the Edinburgh Underground vaults
  • A tour of the Old town side in Edinburgh
  • Visit to the Greyfriars Kirkyard cemetery
  • A chance to hear the terrifying stories of murders, ghosts, canabalism and more.
  • Wear comfortable footwear like sport shoes and flats to ensure that you enjoy the walking tour.
  • Children should always be accompanied by adults on the Edinburgh Underground tour.
  • Those who use wheelchairs should avoid the tours as this includes climbing and walking through alleys, bridges and underground vaults.
  • Do check the weather beforehand for rain, as you might need to carry an umbrella.
  • Do not carry any pets along with you on the walking tour.
  • Best Time: Season: During the months of June to August
  • Time of day: Evening after 6 PM

  • What to Carry:

  • Comfortable Shoes for the walking tour, as tourists will be walking a lot

  • Comfortable clothes are appropriate for strolling out in the open in the weather

  • Bring along a water bottle

  • Not Allowed:

  • Any pets except assistance dogs are not allowed with the tourists

  • Alcohol or drugs

  • Minors who are not accompanied by adults

  • Video recording during the tour

Highlights For Edinburgh UnderGround Tour

  • Take a tour amidst the old town, learning about the history of its dark alleys and dark tales of murder, extortion, torture and more.
  • Visitors will learn about the underground vaults history and haunted stories during their Edinburgh Underground Tour.
  • Learn about the histories of notorious serial killers like Burke and Hare, their gruesome crimes and stories of the victims.
  • Visit the paranormally active cemetery - Greyfriars Kirkyard, where tourists will meet the loyal watchdog of the cemetery and many poltergeists.
  • Explore the torture exhibitions in the underground vaults - which have somehow become one of the most haunted places in the world.

FAQs

What are the most popular ghost tours in Edinburgh?

  • City of the Dead tour
  • The Ghost Bus tours
  • Edinburgh Underground Tour
  • The Witcher tour
  • Ghost walk in Edinburgh
  • Edinburgh night ghost tours

Can we book Edinburgh Underground tours online?

Yes, tourists can book Edinburgh Underground tours online in advance. This way they can plan their itinerary accordingly and don’t have to wait in long queues, and they will also be able to enjoy great deals and discounts.

What would be the time duration for the Edinburgh Underground Tour?

The thrilling adventure of these underground tours and horror walks in Edinburgh lasts approximately around 1 hour and a half. Also checkout Edinburgh attraction tickets to explore more.

What are underground vaults?

The underground vaults in Edinburgh were constructed in the nineteen arches of the South Bridge as a place to house taverns and build workshops for trades of all kinds. These vaults were also used as storage spaces but then they turned into hotspots for homeless people. This time also saw an increase in criminal activity and later on even the homeless deserted the vaults.

Is the Edinburgh Underground tours suitable for everyone?

No, the Edinburgh underground tours are not suitable for people of all ages. It is advisable to avoid bringing any minors under the age of 5 unaccompanied. Kids who are not accompanied by adults are not allowed on the tours.

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