Edinburgh Witches and Underground Vault Old Town Walking Tour
Discover the wicked history of Scotland as you explore Edinburgh’s Old Town, from the streets above to its underground vaults
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PLEASE NOTE: The tour will NOT include the Underground Vault at The Lost Close between Monday 6 - Friday 31 January due to exciting renovation work. The tour will finish at Greyfriars Kirkyard.
Highlights
- Be captivated by storytelling delivered by an authentic character guide
- Explore the dimly lit streets and spooky wynds of Edinburgh’s Old Town
- Feel your spine shiver as you hear the fascinating history of Scottish witches
- Descend beneath the streets and enter the underground vault at The Lost Close, which dates back to 1742
- Uncover the stories of Scotland’s real-life witches, exploring their lives and the accusations they faced
- Immerse yourself in the spooky and the strange on a witchcraft-themed tour
What's included
- Professional character guide
- Guided Walking Tour
Prepare for the experience
Children information
- Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Accessibility information
- The tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments
- Please contact our team prior to booking should you require further accessibility information.
Additional information
- This is an outdoor walking tour so dress accordingly for the weather.
- Note that cobbled streets can also be slippery when wet.
- Please arrive at least 5 minutes early to check-in.
Edinburgh Witches and Underground Vaults Old Town Walking Tour live dates and timeslots availability can be seen upon booking.
Duration: 70 minutes
Regular operating times are:
- Monday-Wednesday: 4:00 pm.
- Thursday: 5:00 pm.
- Friday-Saturday: 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm.
- Sunday: 2:30 pm.
Departure point
- Departure point: St Giles Cathedral (outside Café Nero), 1 Parliament Square, 192 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1RF
- Nearest train station: Edinburgh Waverley.
Supplier information
This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and supplied by Witches Tours.
