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Overview
This is easily our goriest, most graphic and spine-chilling Edinburgh ghost tour, where we take you on a dark and eerie journey through Old Town’s sinister wynds and closes before descending into the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults. Hear of tales not fit for the glare of daylight — or for those under the age of 18. Descend into the sights, smells and sounds of auld Edinburgh. Perhaps what’s spookiest of all is that these twisted tales of history at its worst are all true stories. Your ghost tour begins above ground at the Mercat Cross, before making your way through the city’s narrow cobblestone streets where murders, misdeeds and mischief took place. Pay attention to the shadows around you. Your master Storyteller will reveal troubled tales as you continue this underground Edinburgh walking tour. Expect true stories of murder and hangings, all in the atmosphere of the vaults.
Meeting and Pickup
You will see staff wearing black and orange clothing and lanyard as well as a Mercat umbrella.
End Point
This tour ends at the Blair Street Vaults
Redemption Instructions
To provide a fully immersive experience, we'll provide a personal audio device. Your Storyteller will use a headset with microphone to ensure you hear every word over the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh's lively Old Town. You are welcome to bring your own headphones (3.5mm jack) or use a pair of ours. Please arrive at the Mercat Cross on The Royal Mile (High Street) EH1 1RF, 15 minutes before the start of your tour and check-in with the on-street representative from Mercat Tours.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Your ghost tour begins above ground at the Mercat Cross, before making your way through the city’s narrow cobblestone streets where murders, misdeeds and mischief took place. - tour meeting point.
2. You’ll learn about bloody plots that led to treason and torture, as well as secret lives that led to horrific deaths and tormented souls. Pay attention to the shadows around you. Do you hear the creaking of the gallows, the shuffle of a foot, the ghostly echoes of a children’s haunting song?
3. Is it your imagination, or did it just get a little colder? There’s an unsettling feel to our Blair Street Underground Vaults, like sinking into real history: the scent of leather, the flicker of a candle, the echo of a drip — or a footstep. Your master Storyteller will reveal troubled tales as you continue this underground Edinburgh walking tour. Expect true stories of murder and hangings, all in the atmosphere of the vaults.
Inclusion
Small group experience
Exclusive access to Blair Street Underground Vaults
Enhanced with hand-picked sounds of Edinburgh and delivered through TourTalk audio devices
This is strictly an adults-only tour suitable for those aged 18+ (not at parental discretion)
Exclusive multi-sensory tours; with master Storyteller guides
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tours are guaranteed all year round, so please dress for the weather, with comfortable shoes.
Reviews
4.5
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