The Edinburgh Terror Tour
- Immerse yourself in the captivating collection of torture instruments sourced from Nuremberg and Bamberg Castles in Germany
- Follow your guide into the dimly lit underground vaults, steeped in paranormal activity and originating from the 1700s
- The knowledgeable guides will ensure your safety and provide insightful commentary throughout your journey
- Discover the sinister stories that have left their mark on the city and uncover its hidden secrets
- Interact with authentic artifacts and learn about the disturbing methods of torture that were once employed in Auld Reekie
- Immerse yourself in the spine-chilling ambiance of the vaults and exhibition to create an unforgettable and unsettling experience
Options
Join-in Night Tour
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
Access to Torture Exhibition
Public Liability Insurance provided by the operator
Exclusions
Audio guide
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Additional Info
Participants must be aged 18+ to participate in this activity
This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate
Pets are prohibited but assistance animals such as guide dogs are allowed
The temperature of the vaults is warm and can be damp at times
Please note that payments are always done online or at the office. Guides will never ask for payment on the street
Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused service. In this case, no refunds will be given
Flash photography is/are strictly prohibited inside the attraction
Walking shoes
Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions
This activity is not wheelchair-accessible
Meet-up Location
Tourist Information
300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PH
The meet-up location is located outside of the Bank of Scotland, across the road from Deacon Brodies Tavern
Please refer to the map for assistance
Please note that the address may be subject to minor change
What's included in The Edinburgh Terror Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] meet up at Tourist Information (Outside Bank of Scotland). You can choose to depart at the following times: 21:00, 22:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking,.Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 5 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s) 15 min(s), Guided tour, Torture Exhibition, Vaults of the South Bridge
- [Return] at 45 Niddry Street, You can choose to return at the following times: 22:15, 23:15. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary.
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Experience the medieval torture exhibition, featuring instruments sourced from Nuremberg and Bamberg Castles in Germany, showcasing grim artifacts dating back to the late 1500s and early 1600s. These devices mirror the sinister tools that played a role in Auld Reekie's gory history.
Following this, your guide will lead you into the eerie and paranormally active underground vaults, which trace back to the 1700s. Unveil the extensive vaults in Edinburgh's Old Town, renowned as the world's most chilling location, a place of spine-tingling terror.
Led by the finest tour guides in Auld Reekie, this journey ensures your safety while unraveling the dark tales of Edinburgh's unsettling past
Meet
Venues
- Tourist Information 300 Lawnmarket Edinburgh EH 1 2 PH
