Overview
Dark as the devil's heart, our haunted underground network of vaults from the 1700s will stimulate and excite your senses as the sinister history of these former slum dwellings, once inhabited by the poor and unfortunate along with criminals and prostitutes, begins to come to life in your imagination!
Your pulse starts to speed up as your mouth gets drier due to your heightened awareness of what surrounds you! Once experienced, never forgotten.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Admission Ticket
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Tours starts from the Tourist Information Police Box outside of 300 Lawnmarket. It is on the opposite side of the road to Deacon Brodies Tavern. (55.949326, -3.192912)
Please be there at least 5-10 minutes early as we depart promptly at the tour time and we will not wait for latecomers.
End point
The tour ends next tour office at 45 Niddry Street.
Good to know
Meet at the Tourist Information ticket booth outside of the Bank of Scotland, 300
Lawnmarket, EH1 2PH. This is on the opposite side of the road to Deacon Brodies
Tavern.
Tour can not wait for latecomers so please do not be late.
What to expect
-
Royal Mile
15 min
The guide will meet the group and then after a brief introduction guide everyone down the Royal Mile to the entrance to our vaults occasionally stopping to tell some of Edinburgh’s history along the way.
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Edinburgh Vaults
40 min
The guide will show the group our torture exhibition and explain the whys and hows of how some items were used in Edinburgh’s dark history. The guide will then take the group to our vaults to hear their history and about the paranormal happenings said to have occurred here.
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
- We do not provide luggage storage so please make alternate arrangements.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Haunted Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh
Can I cancel Haunted Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh 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.
Where does it start?
Tours starts from the Tourist Information Police Box outside of 300 Lawnmarket.
What's included?
- Admission Ticket
Which places does it visit?
It visits Royal Mile, Edinburgh Vaults.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Auld Reekie Tours Ltd
