Walking Tours

Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour

Uncover the chilling secrets of Edinburgh's past with this underground ghost tour led by expert guides through the city's eeriest sites!

4.6/5(103)

Daniel D

Couple

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3 weeks ago

Soldier John’s enthusiasm made the tour a success. It really drew you into Edinburgh’s ghost stories. Because you were so engrossed, you momentarily forgot it was a ghost tour, and the jump scares sometimes came completely out of the blue. All in all, definitely worth checking out if you’re visiting Edinburgh.

Vicki B

Family

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Yesterday

We loved the tour, and our Tour Guide (Lafayette) was brilliant. It started a bit slow, but then was fantastic as soon as we reached the graveyard and beyond.

Liine T

Group

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Jul 2026

This is a great tour, even in busy Edinburgh streets during the hight of the season. The tour guide Cassandra was just loud enough, very enthusiastic, and fun to follow. She made the storys come alive and her sense of humour was spot on for a ghost tour. We liked this tour a lot, just the right combo of fun and scary.

Brian G

Family

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Jul 2026

Very informative guide, I loved how you outed my witchy wife Lynne and Texan family Buttercup. Loved the way the guide interweved history and the area we were stood in. Thankyou Lafayette aka Bob, Laurence and every other name he was called. From Burke and Hare distant half cousin x

Stuart P

Couple

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Jun 2026

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

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Jun 2026

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.

Get ready to uncover the paranormal side of Edinburgh, known as the world's most haunted city, on the infamous Underground Ghost Tour.

Stroll across the St. Giles Cathedral, discovering the city’s former parliament and notorious jail with an English-speaking guide.

The 450-year-old Greyfriars Kirkyard is more than a cemetery. Hear chilling tales of petrifying poltergeists and body snatchers.

Visit the South Bridge Underground and discover the city’s grim history through spine-tingling stories of the Old Town.

Did you know? The loyal dog at Greyfriars Kirkyard, Bobby, guarded his master's grave for 14 years, leading to a statue erected in his honour.

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
Daniel D
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Soldier John’s enthusiasm made the tour a success. It really drew you into Edinburgh’s ghost stories. Because you were so engrossed, you momentarily forgot it was a ghost tour, and the jump scares sometimes came completely out of the blue. All in all, definitely worth checking out if you’re visiting Edinburgh.
Vicki B
Family
Verified booking
Yesterday
We loved the tour, and our Tour Guide (Lafayette) was brilliant. It started a bit slow, but then was fantastic as soon as we reached the graveyard and beyond.
Josie D
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The tour was good in itself but there were too many people in the group. 25+. There really should have been no more than 12 in my opinion. Learning point for me was not to do things like this in Edinburgh at the height of the tourist season
Maria F
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Our guide made the tour very lively and interesting
Gordon I
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Very good tour guide made it a fun experience

Journey into the supernatural history of Edinburgh

The paranormal tour begins with an English-speaking guide leading you through the dark alleys of the city's Old Town. Brace yourself to learn cooking secrets from the infamous Cassandra Bean or delve into the morbid surgical ethics of Dr. Knox. As you traverse the historic St Giles Cathedral, discover the locations of the city's former parliament and a notorious jailhouse. Listen to the chilling tales of the harsh living conditions during the 17th and 18th centuries

Uncover spine-chilling tales from Greyfriars Kirkyard to South Bridge Underground

The next part of the tour brings you to the eerie Greyfriars Kirkyard, a 450-year-old cemetery famous for its ghostly tales and petrifying poltergeists. Hear the chilling story of the loyal dog Greyfriar's Bobby, who guarded his master's grave for 14 years, and the infamous body snatchers Burke and Hare. The adventure continues underground to a former 17th-century close encapsulated within the South Bridge. Witness the original bridge arches, walls, and doorways of former houses, with the modern pavement visible through a skylight. The underground city is said to be haunted by the spirits of its former inhabitants - some who have refused to leave even after death.

What to bring

Carry warm clothing as nights can get chilly.

What's not allowed

Children below the age of 5 are not allowed on this tour.

Additional information

It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a moderate amount of walking.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show valid student ID.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at City of Edinburgh Tours.

Address: Old Police Box, 124a High St, Edinburgh EH1 1QS, United Kingdom.

Landmark: Opposite to Starbucks.

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