Hear tales of terror, explore local legends, and discover the historic scenes of butchery and bloodshed
Private Walking Tour of Edinburgh's Haunted History
Summary Description
Highlights
- Begin your private guided tour at the top of the city, at Edinburgh Castle
- Hear gruesome tales of hangings and slaughter in Edinburgh’s macabre history
- Discover ghostly sounds of dragging limbs, children’s cries and beating drums
- Wander down the Royal Mile - built intentionally on top of the Edinburgh Vaults
- Learn about Major Weir, a religious zealot who was burned alive after turning to the dark side
- Learn how Robert Louis Stevenson based Dr Jekyll and My Hyde on Edinburgh’s paranormal activity
- Hear recent haunted tales - including how more than 30 different phantoms were detected in Edinburgh’s ancient streets in 2019
Description
Edinburgh has been abuzz with paranormal activity for several centuries, from bizarre hauntings to unexplained spectral sightings. Edinburgh’s history 11th-18th century is punctuated by murder, barbarism, and bloody battles by tyrannical figures and legions of wrath. On this spooky Edinburgh Ghost Tour, seek out the dearly departed on a spirit-lifting adventure with the city’s afterlife under the shadows of Edinburgh Castle - the ultimate fright-seeing delight
- Begin your private guided tour at the top of the city, at Edinburgh Castle
- Hear gruesome tales of hangings and slaughter in Edinburgh’s macabre history
- Discover ghostly sounds of dragging limbs, children’s cries and beating drums
- Wander down the Royal Mile - built intentionally on top of the Edinburgh Vaults
- Learn about Major Weir, a religious zealot who was burned alive after turning to the dark side
- Learn how Robert Louis Stevenson based Dr Jekyll and My Hyde on Edinburgh’s paranormal activity
- Hear recent haunted tales - including how more than 30 different phantoms were detected in Edinburgh’s ancient streets in 2019
Founded by King Malcolm III, who built the castle and watched a small town prosper, Edinburgh guarded against invasion with thick-stone walls, but was a target for onslaught none-the-less. The city was plagued by hellish, squalid conditions due to overcrowding and poor sanitation. Violent crime was rife and punishments swift and harsh with Death by burning at The Castle and the hangman’s gallows at The Grassmarket
Since then, Edinburgh has been flooded with enigmatic, supernatural energy detected city-wide. Ghouls, spirits and ghostly apparitions make regular appearances in the Royal Mile, in the city's graveyards and ambling streets, and the Castle, part of - experts say - a lingering spiritual residue over Edinburgh’s earthly realm
Your fascinating Edinburgh ghost tour is an immersive, eerie experience that delves into the city’s most haunted nooks and crannies. Hear tales of terror, explore local legends, and discover the historic scenes of butchery and bloodshed. Your private guide will lead you on a slow-paced stroll through Edinburgh’s ancient streets in Old Town, where hair-raising hauntings are frequent. Restless spirits have been encountered by gravestones, tombs and underground chambers with shivery ghoulish presences in Greyfriars Kirkyard
Please note, as this is a private tour, your guide will be able to make each story as eerie or as kid-friendly as you request to have the best experience for everyone
Included / Excluded
- A haunting, professional tour guide for your own private group
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way
- Cost of transportation on the day. Your guide will accompany you in a taxi or by public transport
- Gratuities (optional)
Start / End Locations
Start Location: CastleHill, Edinburgh, GB
Start Location Notes: Next to the witches well by Edinburgh Castle
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- This is a walking tour
- Cost of transportation on the day is not included. Your guide will accompany you in a taxi or by public transport
- Please bring comfortable walking shoes
- Please bring any medical requirements you need throughout the day
- Please dress appropriately for the weather
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
FAQ
Who do I contact if I have any questions about this tour or if I want to make changes to my tour?
At Travel Curious, we provide a free concierge service to help you plan your time abroad and they will be able to answer any questions you may have about this tour or any other tours. We are normally able to customise or personalise tours to suit your needs.Please do get in touch by either using the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, sending an email to or calling 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,
Are entrance tickets and transport included in the cost of the tour?
In the ‘Things to Know’ section at the top of this page you will find details of whatever entrance tickets and transport are included in the tour. If you have any questions about this, then you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,
Will there be other people on the tour or is it just us?
All of our tours are 100% private and exclusive, which means that it will just be you, your group and your guide on the tour.Your tour will be completely tailored to your needs and we will make sure to find a guide that best suits your group.,
What is your cancellation policy?
On tours cancelled more than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are happy to offer our customers a full refund - minus a 5% credit card fee and the cost of any tickets that have been purchased.For tours cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds. If you would like to reschedule a tour, this is usually possible if we are given enough notice, but we cannot guarantee the same guide.Changes made to bookings may be subject to rebooking fees to cover the cost of tickets purchased, transport, guide rescheduling and administration.To cancel or change your booking, please contact us at or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,
Am I able to book more than one tour?
Absolutely, you can book as many tours as you like! You can add them to your cart by clicking the ‘Book Now’ button or you can get in touch and we can put together an itinerary for you. To get in touch, you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,
About operator:
Travel Curious, based in Shoreditch/London, researches, creates and owns immersive, cultural tours and experiences in cities throughout the world. We provide our tours and experiences as a service to the travel industry and are privileged to name some of the biggest global brands as our partners
Basic Information
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Trip difficulty: Moderate
- Max Group Size: 10
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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