Overview
Combining history, humour and horror, this guided walking tour leads you through Edinburgh's fascinating past and into a locked section of Greyfriars Kirkyard infamously known as the Covenanter's Prison.
This is the lair of the 'Mackenzie Poltergeist', regarded as the best documented supernatural case of all time. An encounter with the poltergeist is said to be the highlight of the Haunted Graveyard Tour, with hundreds of people claiming to have been attacked by the entity. And only City of the Dead has the key!
• 80 minute walking tour exploring Edinburgh's most haunted locations, led by a local expert guide.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Local, expert guide
Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
All tours leave from the "Tree of the Dead" outside St Giles Cathedral on the pavement facing the Royal Mile. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to departure.
Good to know
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Minimum numbers apply.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to departure. For a pinpoint please use What3words.com and the exact search is, ///scare.filed.tender
What to expect
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Greyfriars
1 hour 20 min
All tours last approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes and leave from the "Tree of the Dead" located outside St Giles Cathedral on Edinburgh's Royal Mile. Each guide is a local expert on Edinburgh's fascinating and horrifying history, with their own unique style and delivery so no two tours are ever the same.
Combining history, humour and horror, this guided walking tour meanders through the labyrinth of Edinburgh's closes and alleyways before entering Greyfriars Kirkyard, the world's most haunted site! We finish the tour ends inside the Covenantor's Prison, a locked section of a 16th Century walled cemetery. Thought to be the world's first concentration camp, this is the lair of the 'Mackenzie Poltergeist', the best documented supernatural case of all time.
Since City of the Dead has the only access to the Prison, we have been able to record all of the 'attacks' on visitors there. So far there have been over 900 - including 180 people who have been knocked unconscious.
Can cause physical and mental distress. You join us at your own risk.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Age: Minimum 12
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
FAQs about City of the Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour
Can I cancel City of the Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 20 min.
Where does it start?
All tours leave from the "Tree of the Dead" outside St Giles Cathedral on the pavement facing the Royal Mile.
What's included?
- Local, expert guide
What's not included?
- Transportation to/from attractions
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by City of the Dead Tours
