Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 45min
- Price from
- $24 / person
- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 1,231 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 35
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Scotland City Tours - Somos Escocia
- Meeting point
- We will be at 351 High Street (Royal Mile), opposite St. Giles’ Cathedral and in front of the souvenir shop THISTLE DO NICELY. LOOK BLACK UMBRELLA!
Description
Learn about the alleys where the 17th century people lived in the city of Edinburgh, but especially how they died during the Black Death, and the doctors who tried to cure them with bird masks. Dicover about corpses, but about the black market of corpses from the 19th century and serial killers, William Burke and William Hare. We will visit Old Calton Cemetery and Canongate Kirkyard. We will also show you some nice views across Edinburgh whilst talking about a particularly dark chapter in the city’s history, the burning of witches and warlocks , and we will see if any of those who do this tour would have ended up on those bonfires. Learn more about Scotland’s mythical site and the Scottish faeries. All this mystery and mysticism that surrounds Edinburgh for decades attracts hundreds of tourists to the city wanting to know what happened in these centuries, are you going to miss it?
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 15–64)
- $24
- Senior (ages 65+)
- $22
- Child (ages 6–14)
- $11
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 5:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:58 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Old Calton Burial Ground
We will talk about corpses, but about the black market of corpses from the 19th century and serial killers, William Burke and William Hare. We will visit Old Calton Cemetery and Canongate Kirkyard.
Royal Mile
Learn about the alleys where the 17th century people lived in the city of Edinburgh
What's included
Included
Tour Guide
Not included
Coffee and/or Tea
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
1,231 reviews
How it compares in Edinburgh
- Starting price $24 is 62% below the typical $64 for tours of similar length in Edinburgh
Excurgo comparison of 1,235 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders take?
Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders lasts about 1h 45min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders cost?
Prices start at $24 per person for this Edinburgh experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM.
How much does Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders cost for children?
Children aged 6–14 pay from $11, adults from $24. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will be at 351 High Street (Royal Mile), opposite St. Giles’ Cathedral and in front of the souvenir shop THISTLE DO NICELY. LOOK BLACK UMBRELLA! Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 35 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 1,231 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Scotland City Tours - Somos Escocia.
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