Walking Tours

Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour

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Tristan B

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6天前

Great tour was had, very insightful and the guide was so knowledgeable about the history, events and the darker side of the vaults. It was extremely entertaining and we left with so much more, than we had anticipated! Definitely would recommend this tour and kudos again to the guide (Think it was Alex).

Step into Niddry Street’s haunted depths for 75 mins of adult-only terror on this tour featuring Nuremberg’s grim instruments.

Enjoy an atmosphere of pure dread without the distraction of children on this 18+ exclusive tour that explores Edinburgh’s darkest history.

Witness the world’s scariest vaults and the only exhibition of authentic German torture tools from Nuremberg and Bamberg Castles in Germany.

Explore the most extensive underground vaults in Auld Reekie for an unfiltered, spine-chilling journey into paranormal chaos.

Access to Edinburgh’s South Bridge underground vaults

Entry to medieval Torture exhibition

Expert guide

您可以在体验开始前24 小时内取消这些门票，并获得全额退款。

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Tristan B
Couple
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6天前
Great tour was had, very insightful and the guide was so knowledgeable about the history, events and the darker side of the vaults. It was extremely entertaining and we left with so much more, than we had anticipated! Definitely would recommend this tour and kudos again to the guide (Think it was Alex).
Lærke N
Group
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3周前
The guide was an excellent storyteller and the stories were thrilling
Katrina E
Solo
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3周前
Diva was fabulous! We enjoyed her leading our tour
Caryjo E
Group
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2026年6月
Such a fun tour with a lot of interesting information about the darker side of Edinburgh. The vaults were amazing to see and Stewart was a lot of fun. I would love to do another tour in the future.
Chris N
Couple
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2026年6月
Our tour guide James was very passionate about the history and stories that made it a very memorable and unique tour that is very worth while taking.

Descend into Edinburgh’s haunted underground vaults and a medieval torture exhibition on this 75-minute guided walking tour.

Getting started

Meet your expert guide at 300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2PH, near the main entrance. After a quick ticket check, your guide will introduce the tour and outline safety guidelines before leading the group along the Royal Mile.

What to expect

The Terror Tour

Explore the city’s most extensive set of underground vaults, dating back to the 1700s, and discover chilling tales from Edinburgh’s darker past. The tour includes exclusive access to the paranormally active Niddry Street vaults and a collection of authentic torture instruments from Germany’s Nuremberg and Bamberg Castles.

Features:

Medieval torture exhibition: View rare instruments from the late 1500s and early 1600s, offering insight into historical justice and Edinburgh’s notorious reputation.

Niddry Street vaults: Walk through vaults renowned for paranormal activity, considered among the world’s scariest underground sites.

Expert storytelling: Guides share captivating stories and eerie legends from Edinburgh’s Old Town, blending historical facts with local folklore.

Adults-only experience: This tour is strictly for guests aged 18 and over, ensuring an atmospheric and immersive evening.

What to bring

Wear sensible, comfortable footwear suitable for walking and uneven surfaces.

Bring a valid photo ID as this experience is strictly for guests aged 18 and above.

Dress appropriately for warm but potentially damp underground conditions.

What’s not allowed

Guests under the age of 18 are not permitted on this tour.

Alcohol, drugs, and anyone under the influence of these substances are strictly prohibited and will be refused entry.

Due to tour restrictions, your pets cannot tag along.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Guests must be able to climb a 2-foot step and navigate a winding staircase to access the vaults.

The tour may not be suitable for those with walking difficulties or limited mobility.

Additional information

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 5 minutes before your scheduled tour time.

Photography is allowed, but guests may be asked to switch off camera lights if anyone in the group is sensitive to flash.

Special late-night tours (11pm and midnight) are available only on select dates in October.

There are no toilet facilities available during the tour, and no toilet breaks are scheduled.

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.