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Combo (Save 6%): Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour + Edinburgh Ghost Tours

Visitors walking near the Ross Fountain with Edinburgh Castle in the background.

Family exploring Edinburgh Castle courtyard, Scotland.

Tour guide leading a group on an Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour in a dimly lit alley.

Victorian-era actor in makeup and costume in a dimly lit underground setting for paranormal tour.

Duration

45 mins - 1 hr 15 mins

Open today

9:30am - 6:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Guided tour

4.6/5(110)

Glenda N

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

This is an amazing experience, it starts at the city with a small walking tour and stops at iconic places and stories told by our guide in an incredible way, after that, we went to the castle and the guide took care of everything, we entered and the guide told us some stories, shared information about the castle. After that, you have plenty time for checking the castle by yourself. Highly recommended experience indeed.

Anna M

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

ANDREW IS A NICE PERSON. HE TAKES PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO THE PEOPLE INVOLVED IN OUR TOUR AND HE HAS PERFORMED INTERESTING ALL PEOPLE INVOLVED. DUE TO POLICE CONTROL THE TOUR HAD A DELAY, BUT ANDREW WAS VERY NICE AND HE HAS TRANSFORMED THE DELAY IN A PEACEFUL HISTORY

Thomas L

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

Disaster!! Had to wait 20 minutes for guide to go and get the tickets . He came back with 12 tickets for 13 people so I had to buy a ticket from a tout to get in to the castle. The guide promised that I would be reimbursed. Hope that I will get the US D 100 reward.

Martina B

Group

Verified booking

Last week

Ask for Fred! He was simply the most amazing storyteller! I was in Edinburgh with my family and not all of them understand English. They were laughing along the whole tour, simply because Fred was too funny. Recommended 💘 thank you Fred

Chuang P

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Our guide, Mr Biggs, is very professional, acknowledgeable and with great humour. An entertaining and educational trip. Highly recommended! If you stay only fir one night, this is the trip you cannot miss!

Grace R

Family

Verified booking

Last week

Xander was an excellent guide. We had such an incredibly gifted storyteller as our guide and we learned such a great deal about Scotland and the history. We loved it so much!

Experience Edinburgh’s top attractions in one day with a combo that covers the city’s fortress and its underground, including guided tours and chilling tales.

Take a 45-minute guided walk around Edinburgh Castle’s exterior with an English-speaking guide, uncovering stories of royalty, battles, and legendary events.

Explore the Great Hall, St. Margaret’s Chapel, and Scotland’s Crown Jewels at your own pace using the included audio tour app.

Discover Edinburgh’s darker history on the Underground Ghost Tour, walking the Old Town with an English guide through St. Giles Cathedral, former parliament sites, and notorious jail locations.

Visit Greyfriars Kirkyard and South Bridge Underground, hear spine-tingling stories of poltergeists and body snatchers, and learn about loyal Bobby, the dog who guarded his master’s grave for 14 years.

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour

Entry to Edinburgh Castle

45-min express guided tour of Edinburgh Castle (outside the castle)

Free time for independent exploration of Edinburgh Castle

Expert local English-speaking guide

Edinburgh city audio tour (digital app)

Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour

Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour

English-speaking guide

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour

Headset and mobile device

Edinburgh Castle internal audio guide (£3.50)

Transportation

Gratuities

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

110 reviews
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What our guests say
Glenda N
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
This is an amazing experience, it starts at the city with a small walking tour and stops at iconic places and stories told by our guide in an incredible way, after that, we went to the castle and the guide took care of everything, we entered and the guide told us some stories, shared information about the castle. After that, you have plenty time for checking the castle by yourself. Highly recommended experience indeed.
Mia W
Group
Verified booking
Last week
Well done. Creepy in the right amount. Interesting information. The dungeons part was quite short (3 rooms), but still okay. Sometimes it was hard to understand her as a foreigner due to the scottish accent, but that's on us. Really nice guide (Helen), knowledgeable and funny, authentic. Gave us disclaimers before some very harsh topics and everything, really nice.
Anna M
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
ANDREW IS A NICE PERSON. HE TAKES PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO THE PEOPLE INVOLVED IN OUR TOUR AND HE HAS PERFORMED INTERESTING ALL PEOPLE INVOLVED. DUE TO POLICE CONTROL THE TOUR HAD A DELAY, BUT ANDREW WAS VERY NICE AND HE HAS TRANSFORMED THE DELAY IN A PEACEFUL HISTORY
Thomas L
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
Disaster!! Had to wait 20 minutes for guide to go and get the tickets . He came back with 12 tickets for 13 people so I had to buy a ticket from a tout to get in to the castle. The guide promised that I would be reimbursed. Hope that I will get the US D 100 reward.
Martina B
Group
Verified booking
Last week
Ask for Fred! He was simply the most amazing storyteller! I was in Edinburgh with my family and not all of them understand English. They were laughing along the whole tour, simply because Fred was too funny. Recommended 💘 thank you Fred

Save 6% and explore two sides of Edinburgh in one booking with guided tours of the Castle and the city’s underground—both in just a few hours.

Getting started

Begin at the meeting point listed on your voucher for each experience. Your guide will check you in and lead the group through the route. Expect security checks at Edinburgh Castle and dress for changeable weather.

What to expect

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour

Edinburgh Castle houses centuries of Scottish history within its walls. The guided tour is a structured walk around the castle exterior, designed to quickly give you the story, layout, and key highlights.

Features

Exterior highlights: Admire Castle Rock viewpoints and other notable sites across Edinburgh’s rooftops.

Castle interiors: Explore the Great Hall, St. Margaret’s Chapel, the Crown Jewels, the Royal Palace, and the Half Moon Battery at your own pace.

Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour

Step into a different, eerie side of Edinburgh with the Underground Ghost Tour. Follow your guide through Old Town alleys and stops tied to the city’s darker history, finishing beneath the city in the South Bridge Underground.

Features

Guided walk: Pass through landmarks like St. Giles Cathedral, Greyfriars Kirkyard, and underground rooms showcasing original arches, walls, and historic doorways.

Stories and legends: Learn chilling tales of body snatchers, hauntings, and Edinburgh’s most notorious characters as you navigate the city’s hidden corners.

What to bring

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour

Carry a valid photo ID, as it may be requested before the tour begins.

Download the audio app in advance to avoid network issues. Use the QR code on your voucher to get the Vox City app and city map in your preferred language.

Bring earphones to enjoy the audio guide fully.

Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour

Dress warmly, as evenings can be chilly during the walking tour.

What’s not allowed

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour

Luggage, large bags, or bags over 30L are not permitted inside the castle.

Pets are not allowed due to venue restrictions.

Drones are strictly prohibited.

Roof access may be restricted in poor weather conditions.

Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour

Children under 5 years old cannot join this tour.

Accessibility

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour

The castle is partially wheelchair-accessible due to uneven terrain and steps around the grounds.

Additional information

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour

The guided portion takes place outdoors; interiors are not included.

Stops may vary according to castle authority instructions.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Arrive at least 10–15 minutes before the scheduled start time.

If the castle is unexpectedly closed, tickets to Holyrood Palace may be provided if available.

Meeting points may differ; check your booking confirmation.

The Honours of Scotland (Crown Jewels) will be closed from January 12 to Easter 2026.

Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour

Comfortable shoes are recommended, as the tour includes moderate walking.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.