Travel back in time and discover the dark secrets of Scotland on this guided walking tour through Edinburgh’s Old Town. Learn about the plagues, poverty, and fires that ravaged the city, while listening to your guide's spine-tingling tales.
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 1.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
Experience
Highlights
- Travel back in time to discover the dark past of Edinburgh's Old Town
- Walk in the footsteps of historical figures and hear about their lives
- Listen to spine-tingling tales of plagues, poverty, prisons, and more
- Visit the spooky Greyfriars Graveyard and walk along the mysterious Royal Mile
Full description
Meet your guide, who is in costume, then set off on your adventure to discover the sinister side of Edinburgh’s Old Town.
Walk in the footsteps of the city’s most prominent historical figures, and hear about the crimes they committed or the legacies they left behind. As you explore, listen to tales of villains, prisons, executions, and more.
Highlights of the tour include a visit to Greyfriars Graveyard, and the opportunity to encounter the mysterious MacKenzie Poltergeist. Surviving that, move on to unveil the secrets of the infamous Royal Mile.
Includes
- Guided walking tour
- Professional guide in costume
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
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Participants
Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Meet your guide at the Tourist Information Policebox outside the Bank of Scotland. Please arrive 10 minutes before activity starts.
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What to bring
- Water
Know before you go
- This tour will take place rain or shine
