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The 15 Best Edinburgh Ghost Tours

28 tours  ·  from $8 a head

The difference in Edinburgh is access: some tours go down into the vaults and the sealed close, others walk past the door. The 15 below say which is which, with prices, how long you spend underground and how cold it gets.

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour - What the underground vault visit is really like
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The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

1.The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9,272 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $26Our pick

Walk Edinburgh’s closes and wynds, visit Greyfriars Kirkyard, and descend into South Bridge’s underground vaults. Costumed guides such as David, Maggie Dickinson, Fred Knox, and Dr. Robert Knox mix dark history, comedy, and ghost stories. The 6:45pm departure suits families, but expect steps and plenty of outdoor walking.

“Very interesting and David is very good doing his job. It was very informative. You visit Greyfriars and undergrounds and you will understand why is a haunted city.”

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Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour - The Walk Between the Sites
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Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

2.Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,607 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $32

Walk from the Lawnmarket to Greyfriars Kirkyard, hear the tale of Greyfriars Bobby and Edinburgh’s criminals, then descend into the South Bridge Vaults. English-speaking guides such as Jordan, James, Darren, and Louisa use humor, history, and carefully timed scares to bring the city’s darker past to life.

“Ally was very knowledgeable and get dry wit added to the atmosphere. I very much enjoyed this tour. It was creepy in the vaults though. Definitely some strange stuff happened there.”

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Edinburgh: Comedy Horror Ghost Bus Tour - Boarding the midnight-black double-decker
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Edinburgh: Comedy Horror Ghost Bus Tour

3.Comedy Horror Ghost Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,932 reviews · 1h 15m · from $28

Ride Edinburgh’s midnight-black vintage Ghost Bus for 75 minutes with an English-speaking guide such as Tommy Terror or Eerie Ian. Expect theatrical stories about Burke and Hare, executions, witches, plague victims, and hauntings, plus city sights and a short graveyard stop. Some scares are included, but the tone stays playful.

“We had Tommy Terror as our guide and he was a funny man. The tour itself was very interesting also”

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Edinburgh: Evening Underground Ghost Tour - Why the Royal Mile walk matters
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Edinburgh: Evening Underground Ghost Tour

4.Evening Underground Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,092 reviews · 1h 15m · from $26

Walk Edinburgh’s Old Town after dark, hearing tales of murder, witchcraft, Burke and Hare, and torture before entering the underground vaults. Guides such as David Rizzio, Helen Duncan, and Robbie Diggs mix local history, theatrical storytelling, and humor. Expect steep steps and a brisk 75-minute route.

“I loved our guide she was fabulous, very knowledgeable! really interesting history and a fun tour”

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Ghost Bus Tour of Edinburgh - Greyfriars Kirk and the haunted Old Town
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Ghost Bus Tour of Edinburgh

5.Ghost Bus Tour of Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,761 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Ride a vintage Routemaster through Edinburgh after dark with guides such as Tommy Terror or Sinead O’Horror. Hear grim tales of Burke and Hare, witch hunts, executions, and haunted sites including Greyfriars Kirk and Grassmarket. Expect theatrical tricks, English commentary, and a family-friendly tone.

“We had a lot of fun. The performance was fantastic and Tommy Terror was the best storyteller. The smoke, the videos, and the interaction with all of the passengers made this ride extra spooky fun!”

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Edinburgh: Multi-Sensory Haunted Underground Tour - What makes Blair Street Underground Vaults different
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Edinburgh: Multi-Sensory Haunted Underground Tour

6.Multi-Sensory Haunted Underground Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,721 reviews · 1h 15m · from $29

Meet at Mercat Cross for a 75-minute English-language tour through Edinburgh’s Old Town and Blair Street Underground Vaults. Cloaked storytellers such as Kirsty, Linda, Jack, and Aniela mix grim history with ghost lore, using headsets so every whispered tale carries in the dark.

“We really enjoyed this tour, the guide was great and very informative. I’d recommend this tour”

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Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky - Meeting the Storyteller at Mercat Cross
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Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

7.Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,685 reviews · 2 hours · from $33

Meet at Mercat Cross for a 2-hour English tour through Edinburgh’s grim Old Town history and Blair Street Underground Vaults. Storytellers such as Michael, Steph, Sophie, and Jack lead the walk, then serve whisky, beer, or soft drinks in a candlelit cellar.

“I really enjoyed the history and ghost stories and Steph was very knowledgeable and loads of fun. I would definitely do another tour.”

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Haunted Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh - Entering the vaults and facing the stairs
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Haunted Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh

8.Haunted Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,183 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $33Top rated

Walk from the Royal Mile into Edinburgh’s underground vaults with guides such as James, Louisa, Dom, or Aimee. Expect dark history, a torture display, steep stairs, ghost stories, and lively storytelling in a small underground setting. The tour lasts about one hour.

“Absolutely amazing experiance. Chris give us a tour reach in history, haunted stories and fun. Definately recommended if you like a bit of thrill, we run off in the end:);)”

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Edinburgh: Old Town and Underground Ghost Tour - Starting on the Royal Mile
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Edinburgh: Old Town and Underground Ghost Tour

9.Old Town and Underground Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,768 reviews · 1 hour · from $22

Walk Edinburgh’s Old Town with a costumed storyteller, then descend into the South Bridge vaults for tales of ghosts, crime, torture, and death. Guides such as James Douglas, Robbie Diggs, and Frederick Knox mix solid history with humor and occasional scares. Expect stairs, darkness, and a compact vault visit.

“We had Mary Stuart as our guide and she was amazing! Such a great experience”

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Haunted Vaults and Graveyard Walking Tour in Edinburgh - Greyfriars Kirk and the graveyard after dark
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Haunted Vaults and Graveyard Walking Tour in Edinburgh

10.Haunted Vaults and Graveyard Walking Tour in Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,702 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36

Walk Edinburgh after dark from the Lawnmarket to Greyfriars Kirk, then enter the South Bridge vaults with guides such as James, Jordan, Diva, or Darren. Expect local history, graveyard tales, paranormal stories, and a few grim details rather than theatrical jump scares.

“Jordan was our tour guide. It was a great experience. It was very interesting hearing all of the stories and entertaining! If you love a good scare, my wife had to leave because she got too scared in the underground vaults! I finished the our and loved it. Recommend to everyone!”

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Edinburgh: Dark Secrets of the Old Town Ghost Walking Tour - Winding lanes and Edinburgh’s old center
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Edinburgh: Dark Secrets of the Old Town Ghost Walking Tour

11.Dark Secrets of the Old Town Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,671 reviews · 2 hours · from $24

Walk Edinburgh’s Old Town with a live English, German, or French guide. Hear about Burke and Hare, witch trials, the Black Death, Scottish faeries, and haunted graveyards including Canongate Kirkyard and Old Calton Cemetery.

“Loved Tommy the guide’s enthusiasm and his story telling Took my grandson he really enjoyed it”

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Multi-Sensory Haunted Underground Vaults Tour in Edinburgh - Descending Into the Blair Street Vaults
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Multi-Sensory Haunted Underground Vaults Tour in Edinburgh

12.Multi-Sensory Haunted Underground Vaults Tour in Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,649 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $37

Follow a cloaked guide from Mercat Cross through Edinburgh’s Old Town before entering the Blair Street Underground Vaults. Expect dramatic storytelling, true tales of crime, torture, and ghosts, narrow stairs, and no jump scares. Groups are capped at 18, with guides such as Steph, Shannon, and Mike.

“It was a very spooky tour in the underground of Edinburgh, our guide Mike was very professional and told the stories with passion”

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Edinburgh: 2-Hour Ghost Tour in Italian - Starting near the Royal Mile
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Edinburgh: 2-Hour Ghost Tour in Italian

13.2-Hour Ghost Tour in Italian

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,624 reviews · 2 hours · from $20Best value

Join an Italian-speaking guide such as Emanuele, known as Lele, or Dominga for a two-hour night walk through Edinburgh’s old streets. Hear tales of witches, murderers, and ghosts, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard, North Bridge, and other historic sites along the Royal Mile.

“Tour bellissimo e molto interessante, l’unico modo per scoprire i segreti di questa fantastica città. Dominga é stata veramente brava, ci ha consigliato anche tante cose da vedere e fare a Edimburgo.”

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Extreme Paranormal Underground Ghost Tour in Edinburgh - Greyfriars Kirkyard and its ghostly reputation
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Extreme Paranormal Underground Ghost Tour in Edinburgh

14.Extreme Paranormal Underground Ghost Tour in Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,587 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $29

Meet a costumed guide such as David Rizzio, Lafayette, or Dr Knox at 9:15 pm for an 80-minute walk through Edinburgh’s Old Town. Hear grim tales in Greyfriars Kirkyard, then enter the South Bridge vaults. Expect theatrical storytelling, dark humor, cold air, and a group of up to 30.

“We had Lafayette as our guide and he was phenomenal! Had amazing knowledge of the paranormal world of Edinburgh and great humour. Seriously never laughed that much, a big highlight of our trip!”

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Edinburgh: The Dark Side Walking Tour - Canongate Kirkyard and the old mausoleums
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Edinburgh: The Dark Side Walking Tour

15.The Dark Side Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,405 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Follow an English-speaking guide from the Royal Mile through Edinburgh’s dark past, with tales of Burke and Hare, witch trials, grave robbing, murders, and Canongate Kirkyard. Guides such as G, Niamh, Alasdair, and James Stewart are known for lively storytelling, humor, and useful city tips.

“hidden places, nice little tales, ironical coty facts… just great”

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