Small Group Edinburgh Underground Vaults Historical Walk with Private Option

Your tour begins at a designated meeting point in Edinburgh Old Town. Greet your guide and receive an overview of Edinburgh’s rich history. After two stops above ground, descend to South Bridge Vaults and explore the tunnels by candlelight.

Learn about how the vaults came into fruition and listen to spine-chilling tales of death, disease, and body snatching by the infamous Burke and Hare. Plus, see relics abandoned by the former residents of the vaults.

The tour concludes in the Discovery Room. Here you can gain access to exhibits containing further information on the South Bridge Vaults.

• Visit vaults only accessible with a guide on an Edinburgh Old Town walking tour 
• An atmospheric experience suitable for adults and kids alike 
• Let your guide bring 300 years of history to life
• Choose between two different departure times for your convenience 
• Upgrade to include a special souvenir to take home with you

No visit to Edinburgh is complete without descending to the South Bridge Vaults, home to more than 300 years of history. Escape the city’s icy winds on a historical walking tour of Edinburgh Old Town, both above and below ground. Explore excavated tunnels only accessible with a guide, and listen to commentary that brings the former residences to life. Choose between two different departure times, and upgrade to include a special souvenir.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children over 5yrs only
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Tours are guaranteed all year round, so please dress for the weather, with comfortable shoes.
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers