Free Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
Free Cancellation
September 10100% refund
September 11No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Scheduled Small Group Tour
2 Adults x $35.27
$70.54
Approx Total
$70.54
Maximum group size of 18: Stories of blood, guts and gore in the Old Town, then a Scotch whisky in a candlelit cellar to warm the heart.
Scheduled Small Group Tour
2 Adults x $35.30
$70.60
Approx Total
$70.60
Maximum group size of 18: Stories of blood, guts and gore in the Old Town, then a Scotch whisky in a candlelit cellar to warm the heart.
Scheduled Small Group Tour
2 Adults x $35.45
$70.90
Approx Total
$70.90
Maximum group size of 18: Stories of blood, guts and gore in the Old Town, then a Scotch whisky in a candlelit cellar to warm the heart.
Inclusions / Exclusions
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Small group experience
Exclusive access to Blair Street Underground Vaults
Dram of whisky, glass of pale ale or soft drink
Award-winning local storytellers
TourTalk radio receiver to enjoy a more immersive storytelling experience
Overview
Small, personal 5 star group tour with a maximum of 18 people.
Hear stories of blood, guts and gore in the Old Town in Edinburgh from your award-winning storyteller. Sip a Scotch whisky in a candlelit cellar to warm the heart as you spend 2-hours examining the darker side of history on this guided tour.
Itinerary
Mercat Cross
Tour meeting point. Discover what makes this 8 sided monument so historically significant.
15 minutes
Edinburgh Old Town
Hear grisly tales of witchcraft, torture and restless spirits as you venture down medieval closes.
45 minutes
N/A
An informed look at Edinburgh’s ghostly past.
Explore the Blair Street Underground Vaults with an expert storyteller.
Recover with a dram of Dewar’s Scotch Whisky in our candlelit cellar
Enjoy a ghost tour of Edinburgh based on real events.
1 hour
Royal Mile
Stroll the shadowy closes and soak up the atmosphere of the Royal Mile
30 minutes
Sample Menu
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children 5yrs and above only
Tours are guaranteed all year round, so please dress for the weather, with comfortable shoes.
Free Cancellation
September 10100% refund
September 11No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
5 stars
415
4 stars
63
3 stars
14
2 stars
9
1 star
4
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Great Ghost Almighty
Published on Mar, 2025
Michael was fantastic! He knew his history and was very, very entertaining. He made the ghosts come to life! It was a fun night that made Edinborough's history real.
Amazing experience
Published on Mar, 2025
Had an amazing time! The stories and information were interesting Steph was an amazing guide. I highly recommend Mercat Tours
Amazing experience
Published on Mar, 2025
Had an amazing time! The stories and information were interesting Steph was an amazing guide. I highly recommend Mercat Tours
One of our favorite Edi tours!
Published on Mar, 2025
Loved this tour! Jack was a great guide, it was super spooky, informative and fun. Learned a ton in a short time - definitely recommend to anyone visiting Edinburgh!
One of our favorite Edi tours!
Published on Mar, 2025
Loved this tour! Jack was a great guide, it was super spooky, informative and fun. Learned a ton in a short time - definitely recommend to anyone visiting Edinburgh!
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