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Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Old Town's Dark Secrets
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28 Ratings
Edinburgh
Embark on a 90-minute walking tour exploring the intriguing and enigmatic side of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town. Discover tales of ghosts, ghouls, torture, and terror with our engaging and theatrical tour guide. This iconic Edinburgh experience is perfect for all ages.
Embark on a 90-minute walking tour exploring the intriguing and enigmatic side of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town. Discover tales of ghosts, ghouls, torture, and terror with our engaging and theatrical tour guide. This iconic Edinburgh experience is perfect for all ages.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Royal Mile - Discover the hidden secrets beneath the historic and enigmatic Royal Mile, with tales buried under the very path of Scotland’s most renowned street.
- Barrie’s Close - Experience the cramped living conditions of Edinburgh’s ancient closes and wynds. Hear the dark stories of the residents who once lived there.
- Mercat Cross -…
- Royal Mile - Discover the hidden secrets beneath the historic and enigmatic Royal Mile, with tales buried under the very path of Scotland’s most renowned street.
- Barrie’s Close - Experience the cramped living conditions of Edinburgh’s ancient closes and wynds. Hear the dark stories of the residents who once lived there.
- Mercat Cross - Uncover the grotesque spectacles that entertained Edinburgh’s bloodthirsty crowds at the Mercat Cross.
- St Giles’ Cathedral - Marvel at St Giles’ Cathedral as it pierces the night sky.
- George IV Bridge - Stand between the majestic bridges of the Old Town, as we explore the possibility of a curse on one of them….
- Greyfriars Kirkyard - Delve into the libraries of the dead, known as Greyfriars Kirkyard. Enjoy captivating stories of grave robbers, ghosts, ghouls, dissidents, and dogs in Edinburgh’s most haunted and picturesque graveyard.
- James’ Court - Stand in this historic court, hoping not to be judged by the spirits that haunt the area.
- Writers’ Museum - Conclude outside the Writers’ Museum, the final home to some of Scotland’s most famous literary figures, where a tale too terrifying to be written down will be shared….

What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- All Fees and Taxes
Location
The High Street Wellhead
Just outside the Fringe Festival box office on the Royal Mile, at 172 High Street, the wellhead is an easy location to find.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(28 Ratings)
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Nazzio
Jul 28, 2025
Storytelling at its best! - Forget all the generic tours in Edinburgh, this one is a must go to! Ross is a great storyteller with never ending energy and enthusiasm. His interactions with people are hilarious and his way of telling haunted stories of Edinburgh is entertaining and informative. Whole tour is based outside so you don't need to worry if you're a bit claustrophobic from underground places like me. Definitely highly recommend.
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Markcv8198tu
Jul 26, 2025
Ross! - Ross was the most Ross that Ross can be. The tour was non-stop Rossness, in the only way that Ross can be. Ross. That is all.
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G5183otedm
Jul 23, 2025
Best tour in the town - The stories were very interesting and the comedian have a lot of energy which make the tour attractive
he is nuts but we love it .
Highly recommended .
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Erynb418
Jul 21, 2025
- I came to Scotland for sole purpose of going on this specific tour with Ross. And let me tell you, he did not disappoint. If you don’t believe me, I guess that means you will have to come to Edinburgh and experience it for yourself. But seriously, this was the favorite part of my 16 day UK/Ireland journey. Ross is a fantastic storyteller and really brings the tales to life. His attention to detail and interactions with the groups, makes the experience 10x better. I can’t wait to get home and relay all the spooky tales I learned from him to my friends.
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L445ckbethanyh
Jul 21, 2025
Amazing Tour Company!! - Ross was hilarious and so informative!!! I had such a good time on this tour. Everybody should book with this company!!!
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Q7793oxcp
Jul 20, 2025
5/5 Would Haunt Here Again - I've done a few of these tours now, but hand on my heart, this was the best of them all! Ross and his team were all super friendly. Ross himself is an incredible performer and knowledgeable guide. We had an amazing time going around Edinburgh and learning new info and new perspectives on some stuff I already knew.
Could not recommend this tour highly enough! If you're looking for excellence, look no further!
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E706fyharrym
Jul 20, 2025
Fun and interactive storytelling around central Edinburgh - Very friendly, very funny, interactive tour of central Edinburgh. Highly recommend whether you're a resident or tourist! LGBTQ+ friendly
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Jumpingjellyfish1995
Jul 19, 2025
Loved it - Tour guide was amazing! So energetic and passionate! We were taken around some sites around the mile and told some great stories! Loved it all!
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Jenniferct2226wn
Jul 19, 2025
100% WOULD DO AGAIN - I did this tour as part of EF Ultimate Break excursion for Scotland. Ross was our guide and made this experience so memorable. My group and I never learned and laughed so much. Thank you Ross for teaching us some history of Scotland along with scary tales.
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I7629ckemilys
Jul 18, 2025
Amazing first night in Edinburgh - My tour group and I had the best time with Ross! He is so kind, hilarious, and an amazing actor! He truly stays in character, and tells the most chilling, creepy, and funny ghost stories. It was our first night in Edinburgh, so it was a nice tour of the town as well! Thank you Ross, hope to do this tour again!!
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