Ghosts, Mysteries, and Witches Tour

17 Reviews 4.76 out of 5 stars Based on 17 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 94% of reviewers | Edinburgh, Scotland

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Offered in: English

Overview

Follow your guide through the narrow streets of Edinburgh to hear about the city's chilling history of ghosts, murderers and witch hunts.
• Discover stories of witch hunts, murderers and ghosts
• Wander the narrow city streets at nightfall with a Spanish guide
• Visit a cemetery famous for its high levels of paranormal activity
• Meet the infamous ghost of Edinburgh Castle

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Pick up and drop-off
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190 High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1PE, UK

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26A Candlemaker Row
Edinburgh EH1 2QQ, UK

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St Giles' Cathedral

In front of St Giles’ Cathedral, we explore this area’s role as the political, religious and judicial heart of Edinburgh, where power and punishment were closely linked.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mercat Cross

Once a centre of public justice, this was the site of punishments and executions. Here we discuss social control and the harsh realities of the medieval penal system.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Borthwick's Close

These narrow alleyways were home to the poorest communities. They reveal the brutal living conditions, disease and superstition that shaped medieval Old Town Edinburgh.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tron Kirk

A historic space associated with surveillance, punishment and the persecution of alleged witches, offering insight into fear, superstition and repression.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

North Bridge

A bridge built over ancient burial grounds and surrounded by legends since its construction. We explore its tragic beginnings and the superstitions that still surround it.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Niddry Street

Here we delve into the stories of the South Bridge Vaults, linked to smuggling, secret medical practices and unexplained phenomena that continue to attract paranormal investigators.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Greyfriars Kirk

The tour concludes in Edinburgh’s most famous cemetery. We uncover the stories of grave robbers, the tragic fate of the Covenanters and the terrifying legend of Bloody Mackenzie, one of Scotland’s most feared spirits.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ghosts, Mysteries, and Witches Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (BST).This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-198709P2

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Average 4.76 out of 5 stars based on 17 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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  • Professional guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Pick up and drop-off

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for child aged 5 and under
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (BST).
  • This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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