Edinburgh is a city steeped in history, it's beautiful, quaint and traditional. But under this facade, deep in its belly, Edinburgh holds dark secrets, ones which will be revealed on this underground tour of the Vaults. You'll go into Edinburgh's underworld, seeing the series of vaults under the South Bridge which date back to the 1700s. Having been home to notorious criminals as well as the poorest within society, plenty of people died in the Vaults, so it's no wonder that they are said to be rife with paranormal activity. Hear about ghostly activity and maybe even experience some as you discover the most haunted part of Edinburgh. You will also visit our torture exhibition to hear about some of Edinburgh's darker past and how some of these items were used.
The Edinburgh Haunted Vaults tour
- Visit the most paranormally active part of Edinburgh
- Get below Edinburgh's South Bridge and visit the haunted underground world
- See the city from a new and gruesome angle
Guided tour
Guided tour300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2PH, UK
Accessibility:
- Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
- Not suitable for wheelchairs
Not allowed:
- Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be turned away
- Consuming alcohol or drugs during the tour is strictly forbidden
Know in advance:
- Children under 5 years old aren't allowed on this tour
- The tour is not suitable for children under 12 years old
- The vaults and the tour content can cause genuine distress. Please join the tour at your discretion
- Animals are not allowed, except for assistance animals, such as guide dogs
- There are no toilets available at the meeting point or during the tour
Remember to bring:
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
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