Guided tour

Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour

4.6 / 5

658 reviews

Activity provider: Auld Reekie Tours
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    Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour

    Activity provider: Auld Reekie Tours

    4.6

    658 reviews

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    From US$ 27.16 per person

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    Venture underneath Edinburgh's Royal Mile for terrifying ghost stories on this guided tour of the city's underground which includes the Edinburgh Vaults, stone circle vault, and a torture exhibition.

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    Duration 75 minutes
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    Live tour guide
    English

    Experience

    Highlights
    • Explore above and below Edinburgh's Royal Mile
    • Go to the underground vaults of Auld Reekie to hear horrifying ghost stories
    • Learn how instruments of torture were used
    • Discover the living conditions of the wynds and closes in days gone by
    Full description

    Join this late-night guided walking tour in English of Edinburgh to discover the city’s darkest and most frightening experience. Hear ghost stories of the city told above and below the ground of the Royal Mile. Walk through the famous wynds and closes of the Royal Mile, learning about the horrific living conditions of the population that once lived in these underground rooms. Listen to stories from your guide about murderers who roamed the streets and snatched bodies to sell to medical schools at the time. Then, hear stories of the scratching hauntress who leaves marks on her victims. Witness torture exhibits and learn how these devices were used in times gone by.

    Finally, go to the home of “The Watcher” ghost, and see the infamous stone circle vault, still decorated with pentagrams and spiritual symbols.

    Includes
    • Entry to the Torture Exhibition
    • Entry to the vaults of Edinburgh’s South Bridge
    • Guide
    • Food and drink
    Not suitable for
    • People with mobility impairments
    • People with claustrophobia
    • Wheelchair users
    • Children under 18 years

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    Meeting point

    Meet your guide at the Tourist Information Ticket Booth/Police Box. This is located outside of the Bank of Scotland, which is on the opposite side of the road to Deacon Brodie's Tavern.

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    Important information

    What to bring

    • Comfortable shoes
    • Weather-appropriate clothing

    Not allowed

    • Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
    • Intoxication
    • Alcohol and drugs
    • Video recording
    • Audio recording

    Know before you go

    • The experience offered may be distressing to some
    • Entrance to the vaults is by a 2-foot-tall step and may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
    • There are single-floor spiral staircases at the entrance/exit of vaults and further small sections of stairs inside
    • Please do not arrive late as the guide will not wait for latecomers
    • Filming or live streaming of the tour is strictly forbidden and could result in ejection from the tour
    • Alcohol and drugs are strictly forbidden on tour
    • Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be turned away
    • Inquiries (emails, calls) are addressed every day between 10 AM - 5 PM
    Customer reviews

    Overall rating

    4.6 /5

    based on 658 reviews

    Review summary

    • Guide
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    • Value for money
      4.6/5
    • Service
      4.5/5
    • Organization
      4.5/5

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    Very engaging and informative. I learned things about the city I wouldn't have imagined. Things you might just walk by on a daily basis and not think twice about. Definitely give a few goosebumps and chills. Torture aspect is not for the faint of heart, but adds a real sense of foreboding to the experience. Just sorry I didn't have the time to use this tour group to do some of the other paranormal type tours. I love that stuff, and this tour really fed into that. Great experienceđŸ«Ą

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    February 21, 2023

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    A must do when in Edinburgh - this activity was really entertaining - it was fun and my partner and i learnt so many historical facts. Our guide Jordan was extremely down to earth, friendly and funny - he certainly knew his stuff and a huge credit to him for making the experience what it was. The whole experience was well organised.

    February 7, 2023

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    Our host/guide Ally was extreamly informative and knowledgeable throughout the tour. It was interactive in a sense that whilst exploring the vaults I believe even those who dont believe in ghosts will still come away feeling like they saw or felt something. Those who are interested in history or are just simply curious to see and know what is hidden beneath the streets of Edinburgh old town wont be disappointed. Personally, I wouldnt say it was a terror tour but rather spooky, it did leave my group a bit jumpy for the past few days. I highly recommend and would do it again myself.

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    January 12, 2023

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