Ghost Tour of Edinburgh Vaults & Greyfriars Kirkyard

Join an evening walking tour through Edinburgh's darker past with an English-speaking guide and a shared group. Hear stories of grim living conditions, notorious figures, and hauntings as you explore the city above and below ground.

• Discover the harsh realities of life in the Old Town during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries
• Explore Greyfriars Kirkyard through tales of a loyal dog, poltergeists, and body snatchers Burke and Hare
• Look for eighteenth-century bridge arches, old walls, and doorways beneath South Bridge

Itinerary

1. Meet outside the Tron Kirk, directly in front of Starbucks. Depart at 18:10, 18:45, or 19:45.
2. Explore Edinburgh Old Town on a 1-hour 15-minute guided tour, taking in St Giles' Cathedral, the sites of Edinburgh's former parliament, Edinburgh's infamous jail, George IV Bridge, Greyfriars Kirkyard, and the South Bridge Vaults, in that order.
3. Return to City of Edinburgh Tours at 19:25, 20:00, or 21:00, depending on your departure time.

What's Included

• English-speaking guide
• Admission to the South Bridge Vaults

Important details

• Ages 5+ only. Children ages 5–15 require a paying adult companion. Adult tickets apply from age 16.
• Concession eligibility: National Health Service members, students with valid ID, and seniors ages 65+. Bring proof of eligibility; ID may be checked before the tour.
• This activity is not wheelchair-accessible.
• Tours run in rain, hail, sleet, or snow.
• Arrive 10 minutes before your selected departure time.