Private Aberdeen Dark Side Walking Tour
Come and explore the dark side of Aberdeen with a local guide! Walk in the footsteps of murderers, slave owners and witches on this Dark Side tour of Aberdeen. This 1.5 hour walking tour will bring our dark past into light as you discover the truth behind Aberdeen's dark history.
From body snatching, to kidnappers and public executions, the truth of Aberdeen's dark history will shock you on this unique walking tour of Aberdeen.
Options
Large Groups
Large group option
What's included in Private Aberdeen Dark Side Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The Tolbooth Museum
Meet your guide outside the Tolbooth Museum for an introduction of the dark history of Aberdeen
Castlegate
Explore the area of Castlegate with your local guide and learn why Aberdeen's castle is no longer standing
Discover the unassuming Heading Hill, and travel back in time to when this ground would have been some of the bloodiest in Aberdeen
Inclusions
- Friendly local guide!
- Admissions into any buildings or other sites of interest
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Please meet your guide outside the Wig Bar on Castle Street five minutes before your tour is due to start. Your guide will be wearing a bright orange jacket
End Points
- The tour will finish outside the Exchange Bar on Exchange Street
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Please show your confirmation to your guide upon arrival
