Uncover the darker side of Edinburgh on a walking tour of the historic city center, and feel the hair on the back of your neck stand on end as you discover gruesome graveyards and hear about the secrets that lie down the narrow alleyways.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
- Starting time 6:30 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Spanish, German
Experience
- Learn more about the notorious Burke and Hare
- Hear chilling tales of witch trials and burnings
- Visit Canongate Kirkyard and the mausoleums
- Discover the truth about the murder of Mary Queen of Scots’ lover
- Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
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Know before you go
- Children aged 13 and under are welcome to join this tour for free, if accompanied by an adult
- Please note that the tour includes steep hills and dark and narrow steps. Unfortunately, it is not recommended for pushchairs, those in wheelchairs or with limited mobility