Edinburgh Vaults Night Tour with Torture Exhibition
Explore Edinburgh's dark past beneath the Old Town
Duration
1 hr 15 mins
Ideal For
4 people
Includes
Guide, Torture Exhibition
Highlights
Discover a darker side of Edinburgh on a shared, guided night-time walking tour. Examine torture instruments sourced from Germany's Nuremberg and Bamberg Castles, with artifacts dating to the late 1500s and early 1600s. Venture into underground vaults dating to the 1700s as your guide shares unsettling stories from the city's past.
Itinerary
- Meet at Tourist Information, outside the Bank of Scotland. Depart at 21:00 or 22:00.
- Explore the Torture Exhibition and the Vaults of the South Bridge on a guided tour lasting 1 hour 15 minutes.
- Finish at 45 Niddry Street at 22:15 or 23:15, depending on your departure time.
What's Included
- English-speaking guide
- Admission to the Torture Exhibition
- Public liability insurance provided by the operator
Important details
- Ages 18+ only
- Requires considerable walking and climbing stairs
- Not wheelchair-accessible
- You may be refused participation without a refund if you appear intoxicated
- Pets are not allowed; assistance animals, including guide dogs, are welcome
- Do not use flash photography inside the attraction
- Arrive 5 minutes before departure
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date (Edinburgh local time) for a full refund. If the operator cancels due to unforeseen events or extreme weather, you can reschedule or request a full refund. Late arrivals and no-shows are nonrefundable.
Product ID: 2954VQ
Meeting details
Tourist Information, outside Bank of Scotland, 300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PH