Viator<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
This tour isn\u2019t built on speculation; there are no ghostly stories of apparent happenings and definitely no actors jumping out from behind buildings in spooky costumes \u2014 everything you hear is from Edinburgh\u2019s sinister history. You\u2019ll listen to stories of murderers, thieves, cannibals, decapitations, witches, and the plague.<\/p>\n
Buy Edinburgh \u2013 Dark History from \u00a314 at Viator<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
For the best London bus tours<\/a> (spooky or otherwise), take a look at our best list.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Fright Night Tour<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"A$ \n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Viator<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Who said you can only get spooked at Halloween? This Fright Night Tour focuses on the 18th century slums, wynds and vaults of Edinburgh, with a special trip to a graveyard. The 75-minute tour covers everything from historical and ghoulish tales to folklore and mysteries.<\/p>\n
Buy Fright Night Tour from \u00a318 at Viator<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
For more spooky activities, take a look at the best escape rooms<\/a>, best UK Halloween events<\/a>, and the best UK zombie experiences<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Ghostly Edinburgh Underground Vault Tour for Two<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"People$ \n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Virgin Experience Days<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Behind the picturesque scenery of Edinburgh\u2019s old town is a dark and gloomy history. As you explore the old town and Royal Mile, you\u2019ll hear stories of unsettled ghosts, rampant crime and diabolical conditions from a seasoned ghost tour guide. Once you\u2019ve explored the spooky happenings above ground, you\u2019ll head down into the famously haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults.<\/p>\n
Buy Ghostly Edinburgh Underground Vault Tour for Two for \u00a340 at Virgin Experience Days<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
For more terrifying events, take a look at how to get Fright Night tickets<\/a> and Scarefest tickets<\/a> \u2014 two Halloween events at the UK\u2019s top theme parks.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Ghost Bus Tour of Edinburgh<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"A$ \n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Viator<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Looking for something that goes bump in the night? Oh, our bad, that was just a speed bump. This next ghost tour is one with a twist: it\u2019s on a bus. From your seat on a vintage double-decker bus, you\u2019ll hear chilling tales while looking at historic sites like Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket and the Royal Mile. It beats listening to a podcast on public transport, that\u2019s for sure!<\/p>\n
Buy Ghost Bus Tour of Edinburgh from \u00a321 at Viator<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
If you\u2019re based in London, be sure to check out these top experiences in the capital city such as best VR experiences<\/a> and the best immersive experiences<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Plus, did you know the Balloon Museum<\/a> (as seen in Emily in Paris) has come to London?<\/strong><\/p>\n
Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"A$ \n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Viator<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
Think you know a lot about Edinburgh\u2019s ghastly history? Think again. This walking tour uncovers stories of witch trials, pagan rituals and executions, and you\u2019ll visit the sites where these gruesome happenings took place. The evening tour also takes you to either the famous Old Calton Burial Ground or the Canongate Kirkyard cemetery.<\/p>\n
Buy Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends from \u00a320.97 at Viator<\/strong><\/a><\/p>
Hidden and Haunted Edinburgh Tour for Two<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"A$ \n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Getty \/ Maremagnum<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
To hear truly gruesome and terrifying stories, this tour from Virgin Experience Days is the one for you \u2013 because if you were faint-hearted, you wouldn\u2019t be looking for haunted tours! The Blair Street Underground Vaults are home to some of the darkest stories and with this experience, you\u2019ll hear about the characters who once lived there and which souls still haunt the vaults today.<\/p>\n
Buy Hidden and Haunted Edinburgh Tour for Two for \u00a340 at Virgin Experience Days<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
This haunted tour for two is a unique experience to spend with your loved one. For more date night activities, check out the best couple\u2019s experience days<\/a> and best London date ideas<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"A$ \n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Viator<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
This ghost tour is world famous for a reason: a seasoned tour guide will take you around Greyfriars Kirkyard and the old town, as well as through the underground vaults and wynds to uncover ghost stories. You\u2019ll stop at various haunted locations throughout the tour to potentially hear and see paranormal activity.<\/p>\n
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Stay up to date with our Going Out<\/a> section for great activities to do across the country, such as the best candlelight concerts<\/a>,\u00a0the top UK driving experiences<\/a>, and the best UK water sports<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
Extreme Paranormal Underground Ghost Tour in Edinburgh<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"People$ \n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Viator<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
With a late departure time of 9:15pm and a 15-person limit per group, this 90-minute walking tour is perfect for paranormal fans as everything will seem more intense and vivid. You\u2019ll hear gruesome stories of torture, murder and body snatching, and visit the underground vaults. Although some of the above tours are suitable for the whole family, this one, unsurprisingly, isn\u2019t.<\/p>\n
Buy Extreme Paranormal Underground Ghost Tour in Edinburgh from \u00a320 at Viator<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Phew! After all that ghost hunting, you\u2019ll probably want to book yourself in for some R&R. We have the best London spa experiences<\/a> for you.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
Private Edinburgh Dark History Tour \u2013 Auld Reekie After Hours<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"A$ \n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Viator<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n
If there\u2019s something specific you\u2019d like to hear about, then this private tour is perfect for you. All tours have customisable content, duration and routes, so the guide can focus on aspects of Edinburgh\u2019s creepy history that you\u2019re most interested in.<\/p>\n
Buy Private Edinburgh Dark History Tour \u2013 Auld Reekie After Hours from \u00a318.75 at Viator<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Think you could solve a murder? Then take a look at the best murder mystery experiences<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Best way to travel to Edinburgh<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Whether you\u2019re travelling to Edinburgh from London, Manchester, Newcastle or another UK city, you\u2019ll want your trip to the Scottish capital to be relatively straightforward and painless (with as few changes as possible, please!). We\u2019ve put together a guide on how to travel to Edinburgh, and if you\u2019re planning on staying a night or two in the historic city, we\u2019ve also hand-picked some accommodation.<\/p>\n
What is the easiest way to get to Edinburgh?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
If you\u2019re travelling to Edinburgh from a nearby city, such as Liverpool, Glasgow or Newcastle, the easiest way to get to the Scottish capital is by train.<\/p>\n
Edinburgh has two mainline train stations: Edinburgh Waverley, which is in the city centre, and Haymarket Station, which is in the West End. For these ghost tours, we recommend travelling to Edinburgh Waverley.<\/p>\n
The TransPennine Express connects northern locations like Manchester, Preston, Leeds, York and Newcastle to Edinburgh, with the LNER also providing services from Newcastle, York, Leeds and Aberdeen. If you\u2019re travelling from somewhere else in Scotland, Scotrail is your best bet as it operates a full schedule of trains throughout Scotland. For more southern cities, such as Birmingham and Coventry, Virgin Rail will get you to Edinburgh.<\/p>\n
If possible, it\u2019s best to book an \u2018off-peak\u2019 ticket to save a few pennies. \u2018Off-peak\u2019 is any time outside of the busiest travelling times, so commuting hours and weekends. Plus, a Railcard is a guaranteed way to save a third on the price of a train fare. For more money saving tips when travelling by train (and the RadioTimes.com<\/strong> team have them in abundance!) check out our how to get cheap train tickets<\/a> guide.<\/p>\n
Buy a Railcard at Trainline<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
To help you do the things you love for less, the Going Out<\/a> team have put together guides on how to get Disneyland Paris tickets<\/a>, how to get cheap cinema tickets<\/a>, and how to get cheap LEGOLAND tickets<\/a>, plus plenty more.<\/strong><\/p>\n
What is the best way to get from London to Edinburgh?<\/strong><\/h3>\nOne of the RadioTimes.com<\/strong> team travelled from London Victoria to Edinburgh Bus Station when they visited the Fringe Festival last summer. It took 12 hours and was pretty uncomfortable. However, it was incredibly cheap, so it\u2019s worth bearing in mind that if you\u2019re on a tight budget, Megabus<\/a> and National Express<\/a> offer coach rides to Edinburgh.<\/p>\n
There is, of course, an LNER train service from London to Edinburgh which takes approximately five hours. But if you\u2019d prefer to do something a little more special, why not opt for a trip on the Caledonian Sleeper? The Caledonian Sleeper is an overnight service which operates between Euston and Edinburgh, so you can go to sleep in London and wake up in Edinburgh!<\/p>\n
Buy Caledonian Sleeper tickets at Trainline<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
Best places to stay in Edinburgh<\/strong><\/h2>\n
If you\u2019re travelling from London (or from somewhere equally as far afield) to Edinburgh, then you\u2019ll probably want to make a few days of it.<\/p>\n
Wowcher is fantastic for finding the best discounts and offers on top Edinburgh accommodation, including four and five star hotels. Plus, a lot of the deals include added perks like afternoon tea, Prosecco and chocolates (an upgrade on the one chocolate on the pillow!). Take a look at some of our suggestions below:<\/p>\n
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Best Edinburgh ghost tours to visit in 2024<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe Edinburgh Dungeon<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"edinburgh$ \n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>

The Edinburgh Dungeon<\/strong><\/h3>\n $\"edinburgh$ \n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>