Activities

The Edinburgh Vaults tour

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£18.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 1 hour

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Do this because

Get a unique and gruesome perspective on Edinburgh from below
Discover the underworld of the city's criminal past
Visit a real witches' temple

What to expect

Underneath Edinburgh old town lurks a murky underworld of grim history, shady characters and unimaginable mystery. It's not enough just to read about it in some history book. The only way to find out what's really going on in the Vaults is to visit them yourself. You'll journey deep underground, exploring the former slums where the less fortunate in society used to live, hearing tales of criminals, body snatchers and witches who would have ruled these parts. Each Vault you visit has its own tale to tell, so be sure to keep your wits about you as your guide tells you of gruesome goings-on and even takes you to a witches' temple. Be careful not to step inside the infamous stone circle, where many a mysterious event has taken place.

What's included

Guided walking tour

Where

300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2PH, UK

Meeting point:

Please be at the meeting point 5-10 minutes early as the tour will always depart on time. Please meet at the Tourist Information Ticket Booth/Police Box, located outside of 300 Lawnmarket. This is on the opposite side of the road to Deacon Brodies Tavern.

What to remember

Accessibility:

Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
Not suitable for wheelchairs

Not allowed:

Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be turned away
Consuming alcohol or drugs during the tour is strictly forbidden
Children under 5 years old aren't allowed on this tour. Please note that this tour could be scary for younger children
Animals are not allowed, except for assistance animals such as guide dogs

Know in advance:

The vaults and the tour content can cause genuine distress. Please join the tour at your discretion
Toilets are not available at the meeting point or during the tour

Provider

AULD REEKIE TOURS LTD

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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