Free Ghost Tour Edinburgh

Explore the spooky Canongate Kirk and hear shocking stories about how its deceased residents met their end.
Walk over the Blair Street Vaults and discover how they hid all kinds of dastardly deeds.
Feel the chills up your spine as you hear tales of infamous grave robbers and murderers Burke and Hare in Greyfriars Kirkyard.

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Discover the beautiful city of Edinburgh’s dark side as well as some of its spookiest stories, myths, and legends. This tour is a must for anyone who loves to listen to blood-thirsty tales. The Free Edinburgh Ghost Tour will take place at night, so guests will get to experience wandering its winding streets at the hour when dark deeds take place! Most tours will begin near the Old Calton Burial Ground. This gothic cemetery is the resting place of philosopher David Hume, and here guests will find out why his grave had to be protected after he died. Near here is Carlton Hill, a site famous in Scottish folklore for being the supposed location of a faerie settlement.

From here, guests on the Free Ghost Tour will make their way through the dark alleyways of Edinburgh’s Old Town, where they will delve further into Edinburgh's grim and gruesome past. They will walk over the Blair Street Vaults and be told stories of Edinburgh’s criminal underworld that operated in these dark tunnels that are now home to some terrifying ghosts! The walk takes guests past the medieval St. Giles' Cathedral. This giant basilica has witnessed many momentous events over its 900-year history. Many say they’ve seen a shadowy figure haunting the churchyard at night. Nearby is Grassmarket, a bustling market with a gory past. This was the scene of many public executions!

In the Free Ghost Tour in Edinburgh, you will also learn the dark history behind the splendid Castle, which, if you believe the stories, is home to an array of restless spirits! The tragic figure of the Grey Lady is the most well-known. No ghost tour in Edinburgh is complete without a trip to Canongate Kirk and Greyfriars Kirk. Guests will learn about the notorious grave robbers and murderers Burke and Hare, as well as uncover the sinister story of the Canongate Cannibal. They’ll also meet some of Canongate famous residents! During the tour, do not hesitate to ask your guide as many questions as you like. Guests will also come away with a host of tips and recommendations for their stay... as well as a sleepless night!