Be prepared for a spine-chilling experience as you descend beneath Edinburgh's South Bridge on a night walking tour into the underground vaults. During the tour you will hear terrifying and mysterious accounts, corroborated by accounts from psychics and the Ghost Project. You may or may not have your own explanations, but you cannot ignore the experiences of others. An experience could be awaiting you. Chilling? Disturbing? Exciting? Book now to find out.
- Soak up the atmosphere on a walking tour
- See the sights illuminated at night
- Small group ensures personal service
Your tour focuses on the findings of the Edinburgh Ghost Project that was part of the Edinburgh International Science Festival. So extensive was this study that it made an entry into The Guinness Book of Records. The vaults have been described by the UK's BBC News as "probably the most haunted place in Britain".
The Project confirmed what visitors had known for some time, both visitors and guides have witnessed the spirits of former vault residents, from a little boy to a dreaded malevolent male who stalks groups as they pass through his chambers. Paranormal experiences have taken different forms - touch, sight, sound, smell: all have been provoked. Guests regularly report their experiences, from the eerie to the terrifying, the strange to the inexplicable. Others prefer to forget ...
Schedule details
Evening Walking Tour of Edinburgh - Haunted Underground Experience
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Departure Point:
Mercat CrossReturn Details:
Concludes at 28 Blair Street, off the Royal Mile.Pricing information
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Tour options:
Departs at 4:45pm
Conducted in English
Departs at 5:45pm
Conducted in English
Additional information
Evening Walking Tour of Edinburgh - Haunted Underground Experience
Inclusions:
- Walking tour
- Local guide
- Illustrated synopsis in French, German, Spanish and Italian
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for child aged 8 and under
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