Edinburgh Vaults & Greyfriars Kirkyard Ghost Tour
Explore Edinburgh’s darker past above ground and beneath its streets
Duration
1 hr 30 mins
Ideal For
4 people
Includes
English guide, graveyard entry
Highlights
Join a guided evening walking tour through Edinburgh’s unsettling history, from tales of body snatchers and Covenanters Prison to stories of reported hauntings. Explore the contrast between a historic burial ground and underground chambers once home to the city’s poorest inhabitants.
- Discover Greyfriars Graveyard, the resting place of Greyfriars Bobby and infamous figures from Edinburgh’s past
- Step into the South Bridge vaults, a former slum with a chilling reputation for paranormal activity
Itinerary
- Meet at Tourist Information outside the Bank of Scotland. Departure times are 17:30, 18:00, and 20:00.
- Explore Greyfriars Graveyard and the Vaults of the South Bridge on a 1-hour 30-minute guided tour.
- Finish at 45 Niddry Street.
What's Included
- English-speaking guide
- Access to Greyfriars Graveyard
- Public liability insurance provided by the operator
Important details
- Ages 5+ only; the suggested age is 12+. Children aged 5–16 require an accompanying paying adult.
- Requires considerable walking and stair climbing. The tour is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible.
- Pets are not allowed; assistance animals such as guide dogs are welcome.
- You may be refused participation without a refund if you appear intoxicated.
- Do not use flash photography inside the attraction.
- Arrive 5 minutes before your selected departure time.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date (Edinburgh local time) for a full refund. Late arrivals and no-shows are not refunded. If the operator cancels due to unforeseen events or extreme weather, you can reschedule or request a full refund.
Product ID: F3Q9UZ
Meeting details
Tourist Information (outside Bank of Scotland), 300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PH