Guided Tours

Edinburgh: After-Dark Ghostly Night Walking Tour

4.3/5(1,021)

Philip K

Couple

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Jul 2026

Linda and Max were great guides with many details and stories of the history to the town. Learned a lot and enjoyed some good laughs while walking through the streets and underground tunnels of Edinburgh.

John M

Group

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Jun 2026

The tour guide made the evening very entertaining, she combined a little bit of history with tales of ghosts and horrible events. Well worth the time and money would recommend to all.

Rhym A

Group

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Apr 2026

A tour in English led by a local guide and a family-run company that has been in business for over 30 years. Bo, our guide, was not only a great storyteller and performer, but he’s also clearly passionate about the city, has a great sense of humor, and has plenty of stories to share. The two hours flew by, which speaks to the quality of the tour. We left even more fascinated by this mysterious city.

Go on a 2-hour small-group guided tour through Old Town’s shadowy streets and the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults with a Master Storyteller.

Walk past historic sites like the Mercat Cross before heading underground, where true tales of Edinburgh’s dark past come to life.

Hear chilling stories of witch trials, body snatching and restless spirits in the vaults, told with historical accuracy and immersive sound.

End the night in candlelit Megget’s Cellar with a dram of whisky, a local beer or a soft drink, included in your ticket.

2-hour guided walking tour in the evening of Blair Street Underground Vaults and Old Town

Entry to Blair Street Underground Vaults

A glass of Ballantine's Finest Scotch Whisky, Skeleton Blues hazy IPA, or Scottish-made soft drinks at Megget’s cellar

English-speaking guide

Exclusive multi-sensory experience delivered through TourTalk audio devices

Hotel transfers

Transportation

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
Andreea S
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
Bo, the tour gide, was great! We really enjoyed it!
Philip K
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
Linda and Max were great guides with many details and stories of the history to the town. Learned a lot and enjoyed some good laughs while walking through the streets and underground tunnels of Edinburgh.
Scott G
Group
Verified booking
Jul 2026
Kristy was an absolute joy to have as a guide. Very knowledgeable and a wonderful story teller. She could read the phone book and I'd be captivated.
Darryl K
Group
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Jul 2026
Annabelle our tour guide was a great story teller, our family had a great time. Highlights of our time in Edinburgh
John M
Group
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Jun 2026
The tour guide made the evening very entertaining, she combined a little bit of history with tales of ghosts and horrible events. Well worth the time and money would recommend to all.

Uncover Edinburgh’s grisliest stories on an atmospheric evening ghost tour through the Old Town and underground vaults, ending with candlelit storytelling and a traditional Scottish drink.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the Mercat Cross in Edinburgh’s Old Town. After ticket checks and audio device distribution, set off through the city’s historic closes and alleyways as darkness begins to settle over the streets.

What to expect

Follow a cloaked Storyteller through the medieval heart of Edinburgh, where tales of witchcraft, torture, public executions, and restless spirits linger around every corner. Walk the same streets once crowded with rioting mobs before descending into the Blair Street Underground Vaults, where chilling true stories unfold in the city's most atmospheric underground setting. The evening concludes in the candlelit surroundings of Megget’s Cellar, where more haunting tales await over a local drink.

Features

Old Town ghost walk: Journey through medieval closes and hidden alleyways while hearing stories of riots, witchcraft, crime, and Edinburgh’s darker chapters.

Blair Street Underground Vaults: Descend into Edinburgh’s haunted underground vaults and uncover true accounts of the people, events, and legends connected to these eerie chambers.

Immersive storytelling: Listen as a cloaked Storyteller recounts tales of bloodshed, betrayal, torture, and restless spirits in the very places where history unfolded.

Candlelit Megget’s Cellar experience: Gather in a historic candlelit cellar for an intimate storytelling session that continues the evening’s ghostly journey.

Scottish drink included: Enjoy a choice of Scotch whisky, locally brewed beer, or a soft drink while hearing more tales from Edinburgh’s ghoulish past.

Before the evening ends, continue the connection to Edinburgh’s past through original artifacts, atmospheric scents and sounds, and a curated tour playlist inspired by the stories shared throughout the experience. This small-group tour combines authentic history, haunting storytelling, and a warm Scottish welcome for a memorable night beneath the city streets.

What’s not allowed

Safety is a priority, so the 1-hour walking tour is restricted to guests under the age of 18 years, and the 2-hour walking tour is restricted to guests under the age of 5 years.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Do not drink alcohol before you arrive for your late-night experience.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair or pram/stroller accessible.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

People with claustrophobia are restricted from participating in this experience.

Additional information

Students and senior citizens aged 60 and above enjoy reduced prices on their tickets.

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