Edinburgh Old Town Ghost Walking Tour
Explore the Dark History of Edinburgh on a Daytime Ghost Tour
Edinburgh
people
1 participant
15 minutes
- • Explore Tales of Old Town Edinburgh
- • 1 Hour, 15 Minutes Exploration of Ghostly Tales
- • Discover Villains and Victims Haunting the Streets
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Are you ready to immerse yourself in the chilling tales of Edinburgh’s dark past? The Small-Group Edinburgh Old Town Ghost Walking Tour will transport you back to the 1800s, where villains and victims roamed the cobbled streets, leaving behind a legacy of horror and tragedy. Led by a cloaked Storyteller, this tour will take you through the Royal Mile, revealing the grim lives of those who once inhabited this historic area.
Starting at the Mercat Cross, a monument with a history of horror and entertainment, you’ll hear stories of restless souls who still haunt the city’s winding streets. Delve into the gory details of Edinburgh’s darkest deeds and crooked characters, uncovering clues hidden in the stonework and gruesome spectacles of punishments. This 1-hour and 15-minute tour is entirely above ground and accessible to all, offering a unique and spine-chilling experience for those brave enough to explore the shadows of Old Town.
Looking for a unique and unforgettable gift for a friend or loved one? Give the gift of an eerie adventure with the Small-Group Edinburgh Old Town Ghost Walking Tour. Award-winning local storytellers, small group experiences, and the use of TourTalk radio receivers ensure an immersive and memorable journey through Edinburgh’s haunted history. Book your tour today and step into a world of ghosts, mysteries, and dark secrets waiting to be uncovered.
Points Of Interest and Landmarks
- Mercat Cross
- Royal Mile
- Mercat Tours
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Experience Overview:
Small-group Edinburgh Old Town Ghost Walking TourOn this daytime ghost tour you’ll hear of villains and victims from the city's dark past. There will be stories of those who haunt our shadowed streets — criminals, murderers and unsuspecting innocents — all whilst travelling to the very places they lived… and for some, met their untimely end.
Starting at the Mercat Cross, a place with mixed history of horror and entertainment, you’ll hear tales of the restless souls set loose in the city, all whilst remaining above ground in Edinburgh’s Old Town.
The Royal Mile may be picturesque, but there is more to its streets than meets the eye. Led by our cloaked Storyteller you’ll explore the difficult and grim lives of those living amongst the cobbled closes…
This tour transports you to 1800s Edinburgh: clues hidden in stonework, gruesome spectacles of punishments and deadly consequences and stories of those whose torment continued into the grave.
Meeting Point
Mercat Cross
High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RF, UK
Your tour begins at the Mercat Cross, a large, eight-sided monument on the Royal Mile, just downhill from St Giles Cathedral and directly across from the City Chambers, postcode EH1 1RF. Please try to be at the meeting point of the Mercat Cross at least 15 minutes before your tour is due to start.
What's included:
- Small group experience
- Tailored for guests with mobility and sensory needs: entirely above ground, accessible to all
- Award-winning local storytellers
- TourTalk radio receiver to enjoy a more immersive storytelling experience
Not included:
- No exclusions added
What to expect:
Duration: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Mercat Cross
Mercat Cross, Edinburgh
Stay above ground to follow the fate of villains and victims from Edinburgh’s dark past; and discover who still haunts the streets today
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Edinburgh Old Town
Edinburgh, EH1
• Delve into the gore of Old Town Edinburgh’s darkest deeds and crooked characters
30 minutes
Royal Mile
High St., , Edinburgh, EH1 2PB
The Royal Mile may be picturesque, but there is more to its streets than meets the eye. Led by our cloaked Storyteller you’ll explore the difficult and grim lives of those living amongst the cobbled closes…
30 minutes
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
Organized by
Mercat Tours
Product SKU: UK-10289-0011
Google Business Profile: Mercat Tours
Edinburgh Old Town Ghost Walking Tour
Edinburgh
people
1 participant
15 minutes
- • Explore Tales of Old Town Edinburgh
- • 1 Hour, 15 Minutes Exploration of Ghostly Tales
- • Discover Villains and Victims Haunting the Streets
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