Combos

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

Duration

45 mins - 1 hr 15 mins

Open today

9:30am - 6:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Guided tour

4.5/5(131)

Michelle G

Family

Verified booking

Jun 2026

We loved the tour of the castle and although Vox Tours was a relatively new player in the market we found our guide to be incredibly informative and just an all round nice fella. As 6 other tourists didn't show for the alotted time, we ended up being the oly people on the tour, so everything was at our pace. We equally loved the dungeons, although a little disappointed that the 'ride' wasn't in operation.

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.

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 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Stuart P
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Very informative Tour and the secret underground setting This was made extra special by our tour guide Lafayette who was extremely knowledgeable and funny 🤣
Scott N
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The underground tunnels wete good as do not normally see from street level or walking around. The stories our guide told were interesting and the tour sites were good.
Allison B
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Just enough of a tour, not too long not too short. Very helpful the castle tickets can be purchased with the tour.
Ruxandra D
Group
Verified booking
3 days ago
I loved our guide Cassandra, was absolutely faboulos in story telling
Carol C
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Very knowledgeable guide Interesting presentation

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.