We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Your cloaked guide will reveal the dark side of Edinburgh's history with passion, humor, and flair. A city as old as Edinburgh is bound to have some secrets and this two-hour evening tour explores some of the its darkest and most atmospheric corners. With a history of more than 2,000 years and having been the site of torture and many a battle, it’s no wonder that Edinburgh’s most iconic landmark is said to be haunted. Designated as a graveyard by Mary Queen of Scots in 1562, the Kirkyard is where many notable residents were buried, such as James Hutton, Robert Adam, Mary Erskine and Henry Mackenzie – as well as the famous furry resident known as Greyfriar’s Bobby. It was lovely that he allowed me those moments of quiet so I could get a “feel” for where I was. Today it’s the Princes Street Gardens, but originally it was a marsh turned sewage dump turned spot for dunking witches. Quickly access bookings. Between each of these 18 arches exists a system of vaults.

So scary. Thanks again. These activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences around where you're staying. The vaults continued to be used for storage well into the 1980s, but today they have been largely forgotten about. Love it!

Walk through the darkest, most atmospheric parts of Edinburgh’s Old Town on an interactive walking tour that reveals the tales of murderers, cannibals, body snatchers, baying mobs and restless spirits. "It was great to do it at night, just make sure you take a jacket as its gets a bit cold. Learn more about cancellations. This item has been added to your basket. Have been a million times and have also been on this tour as I like ghost walks. 75 minute tour of the Old Town, Greyfriars Kirkyard and the South Bridge vaults. Hidden under one of Edinburgh’s busiest streets is South Bridge with its 19 stone arches holding a large number of  vaulted chambers within them. You’ll also get a copy of the book Witchery Tales, by Adam Lyal. Though as the tour ended we emerged back into the light without spotting any ghostly apparitions. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Looming over the city from the top of The Royal Mile, the cold grey granite walls of Edinburgh Castle contain countless ghost stories. Despite the huge amount of money and effort to complete it, Scotland Street Tunnel was abandoned in 1868 after only 21 years of operation.

The most famous of Edinburgh Castle’s ghosts is the piper who was sent down to explore the tunnels beneath the castle a few hundred years ago. Great post Lucy. One day soon I hope. Possibly a real casket, etc. This sounds so creepy, yet so interesting, I’d love to do the tour when I visit Edinburgh this summer .

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