Edinburgh Ghosts Free Night Tour
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Discover the best kept secrets. Listen to the most incredible stories of the city and learn all about the darkest times of the past. The subway city, body snatchers and a lot of other anecdotes.
Complete your visit to Edinburgh and feel free to join the Ghost Tour. Discover the dark side of the city and how its inhabitants used to live there.
We propose you to complete your visit to the old town of Edinburgh with this night tour where you will discover the haunted corners and the most chilling stories ever told. In our Ghosts Free Tour , we will walk through dark alleys and even visit cemeteries where we will learn true facts of history that will give you goosebumps.
Route: - Burke & Hare - the killers of the western harbor - The hunting and burning of witches - Body snatchers and live burials - Cannibals of Edinburgh - Canongate Church and Mausoleum - The best view of the Old Town - Abraham Lincoln and the Lighthouse of Souls - Calton Hill Cemetery - Arthur's Seat and the mystery of the 17 doll coffins
Meeting point
379-381 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1PW
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- Spanish
- Usual start times
- 17:30, 18:30 (Edinburgh time)
- Coming up
- 86 departures in 3 months, 7 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is 379-381 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1PW. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Spanish. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
86 departures are listed in the next three months, 7 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 17:30 and 18:30. Times are local to Edinburgh.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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