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Underground stone corridor with ghostly figure on a famous ghost tour.

Prisoner hammocks inside Edinburgh Castle's war room.

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

Visitors walking towards the Esplanade Entrance of Edinburgh Castle, Scotland.

Duration

1 hr 15 min - 2 hr

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

4.5/5

(67)

George

Feb 2026

Verified booking

Linda was brilliant at giving insight and making it a fun and memorable experience. She went above and beyond to answer questions and make the day enjoyable. The tour was done really well with it starting outside the castle and touring through the castle walls and Linda finding quiet locations to give information so we could all hear. Would definitely recommend.

Stephen

Dec 2025

Verified booking

The ture guide was knowledgeable and accommodating. She made sure that everyone made it to the tour. Then she took is aside to set the seen and add to the mindset of the time period.she also involved the tourists in the story for the fun of it.

Abigail

Oct 2025

Verified booking

Our guide was David RIzzio - foul-mouthed, irreverent, camp and a very fast walker. Amongst grisly ghost stories and macarbre murder tales, he also found time to heap abuse on Americans, the English, J.K. Rowling, people who walk slowly, people who don't know how to turn their phones into flashlights, other ghost tour operators, his colleagues, his ex, people in general... A hugely entertaining evening.

Highlights: Edinburgh’s story in two layers — a guided walk around Edinburgh Castle, then a ghost tour through Old Town alleys and into the South Bridge Underground. Edinburgh Castle: Entry included with a 45-min express English-guided tour (outside the castle), plus time to explore independently after. Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour: English-speaking guide leads you past key Old Town stops, ending with an underground visit beneath South Bridge. Do both on the same day if you like — the castle visit includes free time after the guided portion, so you’re not rushed once you’re inside.Additional Highlights:

Inside Edinburgh Castle, explore on your own after the guided exterior walk — including spaces like the Great Hall and St. Margaret’s Chapel.

The ghost tour route takes in St. Giles Cathedral and Greyfriars Kirkyard before heading underground.

In the South Bridge Underground, you’ll see original bridge arches, walls, and doorways from former houses — with modern pavement visible through a skylight.

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

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

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What our guests say
Vilmer
Mar 2026
Verified booking
We are a group of 8 friends visiting Edimbourgh, and we really appreciated the toutr with Cassandra. She is a very lively guide and told us a lot of extraordinary story. A great experience
Ian
Mar 2026
Verified booking
Our guide Linda was fantastic! So knowledgeable about the history of The Royal Mile and the castle. Really enjoyed the experience and would highly recommend.
Susan
Mar 2026
Verified booking
It was very enjoyable our guide 'Agnes' was knowledgable and friendly and despite the terrible weather still kept going and made it a fun experience
George
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Linda was brilliant at giving insight and making it a fun and memorable experience. She went above and beyond to answer questions and make the day enjoyable. The tour was done really well with it starting outside the castle and touring through the castle walls and Linda finding quiet locations to give information so we could all hear. Would definitely recommend.
Kathleen
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Linda, our tour guide, was very personable and presented the information in an entertaining fashion. It was a very cold, windy day and she made it enjoyable.

Edinburgh’s big headline landmark, then the city’s ghost stories underground — two sides of Old Town in one booking.

Getting started Start at the meeting point listed on your voucher for each experience. Your guide checks you in and leads the group through the route. Expect security checks at Edinburgh Castle, and dress for changeable weather.

What to expect

You begin with a short, structured guided walk around the castle exterior — built to give you the story and layout fast. After that, you go inside with your entry ticket and explore at your own pace.

Features

Castle Rock viewpoints that look out across Edinburgh’s rooftops.

Independent time inside to visit spaces like the Great Hall and St. Margaret’s Chapel.

A digital city audio tour to keep exploring beyond the castle walls.

What to expect

The tone shifts as you follow your guide through Old Town alleys and stops tied to Edinburgh’s darker history. The visit ends beneath the city, inside the South Bridge Underground.

Features

Walk-by storytelling at landmarks like St. Giles Cathedral.

Greyfriars Kirkyard tales of poltergeists, body snatchers, and Greyfriars Bobby.

Underground rooms and passages where you can make out original arches, walls, and old doorways.

accessibility Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour

Not fully wheelchair-accessible (uneven terrain and steps)

additional information Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour

The guided tour takes place outdoors around Edinburgh Castle; entry to interior buildings is not included during the guided portion

Specific stops during the tour are assigned by castle authorities and may vary

Minors must be accompanied by an adult

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10-15 mins before your scheduled start time

If Edinburgh Castle is unexpectedly closed on the day of your visit, tickets to Holyrood Palace will be provided instead if available

Meeting points may vary by tour; check your booking confirmation for details

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

Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour

Recommended to wear comfortable shoes (moderate walking)

what to bring Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour

Valid photo ID (if requested at the entrance)

Earphones (for the audio app)

Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour

Warm clothing (nights can get chilly)

whats not allowed Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour

Luggage, large bags, and bags over 30L

Pets

Drones

Roof access in poor weather

Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour

Children below the age of 5

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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.