Overview
Small, personal 5 star group tour with a maximum of 18 people.
Descend into the unique Blair Street Underground Vaults of Old Edinburgh.
Far below the busy, bustling Edinburgh streets there lies a dark, quiet and forgotten place. These wonderful dark rooms of arched ceilings, fireplaces and 18th century wine vaults lie beneath the South Bridge, one of the city's main thoroughfares. What happened in these extraordinary vaulted chambers, who lived here, where, when and why? See and learn more...
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Small group experience
Exclusive access to Blair Street Underground Vaults
Award-winning local storytellers
TourTalk radio receiver to enjoy a more immersive storytelling experience
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Mercat Cross, High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RF. Look for the 8 sided monument with white Unicorn on top. You will find a member of our visitor services team waiting here to check you in. They will be dressed in black, holding an iPad, wearing an orange lanyard & holding a black & orange umbrella.
End point
Mercat Tours, 28 Blair Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1QR. This tour ends after a visit to our Blair Street Underground Vaults.
Good to know
To provide a fully immersive experience, we'll provide a personal audio device. Your Storyteller will use a headset with microphone to ensure you hear every word over the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh's lively Old Town. You are welcome to bring your own headphones (3.5mm jack) or use a pair of ours.
Please arrive at the Mercat Cross on The Royal Mile (High Street) EH1 1RF, 15 minutes before the start of your tour and check-in with the on-street representative from Mercat Tours.
What to expect
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Mercat Tours
45 min
Get exclusive access to the city’s oldest, deepest Blair Street Underground Vaults.
Discover secrets & stories of Edinburgh’s underworld.
See and touch 19th century artefacts.
Visit our Discovery Room with 3D model & display. -
Mercat Cross
15 min
Tour meeting point.
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Royal Mile
10 min
Explore the closes and understand the buildings of the historic Old Town of Edinburgh, before descending into the Blair Street Underground Vaults
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Edinburgh Old Town
10 min
See the sites of the Old Town as you walk towards the Blair Street Underground Vaults
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
- Tours are guaranteed all year round, so please dress for the weather, with comfortable shoes.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Small Group Edinburgh Underground Vaults Historical Walk
Can I cancel Small Group Edinburgh Underground Vaults Historical Walk 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 15 min.
Where does it start?
Mercat Cross, High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RF. Look for the 8 sided monument with white Unicorn on top.
What's included?
- Small group experience
- Exclusive access to Blair Street Underground Vaults
- Award-winning local storytellers
- TourTalk radio receiver to enjoy a more immersive storytelling experience
Which places does it visit?
It visits Mercat Tours, Mercat Cross, Royal Mile, Edinburgh Old Town.
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 Mercat Tours
