Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Edinburgh's haunted Old Town
- Visit the eerie Greyfriars Kirkyard cemetery
- Hear tales of infamous murders and legends
- Discover hidden alleys and historic sites
- Experience the city's mysterious atmosphere
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour through Edinburgh's Old Town
- Visit to the historic Greyfriars Kirkyard cemetery
- Stories of Edinburgh's haunted past and infamous murders
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; proficiency in the language is recommended.
- The tour involves walking on uneven terrain; consider your mobility when booking.
- Photography is allowed, but be respectful of other participants and the locations visited.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces.
- Dress appropriately for the weather, as the tour operates rain or shine.
- Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Traveler reviews
Jen is amazing
Jen was amazing. Loved her enthusiam about the dark history of Edinburgh. I highly recommed this tour, especially Jen.
Great tour guide and views
we had gavin for our tour and he was amazing. He was very interactive with the guests and was lovely to ask questions about the whereabouts of Edinburgh .
Perfect
Very good experience! Our guide Ignas was very invested in the history of Edinburgh and really immersed us in the atmosphere.
An Unforgettable Edinburgh Ghost Tour with Ignus!
Our Edinburgh ghost tour with Ignus was absolutely fantastic! He was an engaging, knowledgeable, and charismatic guide who brought the city’s dark history and haunted past to life. From the very beginning, Ignus kept us captivated with fascinating stories, eerie legends, and chilling details about Edinburgh. His Scottish accent added to the atmosphere, although it made him a little harder to understand at first. Once we got used to it, his storytelling was both entertaining and atmospheric, making every stop feel even more mysterious and memorable. He created the perfect balance between history, suspense, and humor, and his passion for Edinburgh truly shone through. The tour was informative, immersive, and wonderfully spooky without being overwhelming. I highly recommend this ghost tour, especially with Ignus as your guide. It was an unforgettable way to experience Edinburgh after dark! **Five stars aren’t enough! 👻🏴✨**
Awesome Storytelling
Sonya was very dynamic and kept us interested as we traveled through Edinburgh. The walk was broken up with several stops along the way. While the history and events that happened were very interesting, it was missing the spook effect I was looking for. Maybe something a little dramatic in the graveyard.