Enjoy a guided walking tour of the vaults beneath Edinburgh's Old Town. Listen to tales from your guide about murders, witches, and the people who inhabited this supposedly haunted location.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 1 hour
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
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Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of 300 Lawnmarket by the Tourist Information Booth and Red Telephone Box. This is located across the road from Deacon Brodie's Tavern. (55.949326, -3.192912)
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Not allowed
- Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
- Intoxication
- Alcohol and drugs
- Unaccompanied minors
- Video recording
Know before you go
- This tour is in English only. There are no audio guides or translations available
- The entrance of the vaults has a 2-foot tall step and may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
- Single-floor spiral staircase at entrance/exit of vaults and further small sections of stairs inside
- The walking pace and terrain may not be suitable for those with any difficulty walking
- Filming or live streaming of the tour is strictly forbidden
- Some historical content may be of a distressing nature and may include subjects like torture, hangings, death, and the like
- Tour without Torture Exhibition suggested suitable for ages 5+
- Tour with Torture Exhibition suggested suitable for ages 12+
- Children under 2 years not permitted.
- Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be turned away