The South Bridge Vaults and the Covenanter’s Prison in Greyfriars Graveyard share one guided outing focused on haunting stories. A local guide is included; the tour is English only and requires a minimum age of twelve. 4.86 from 1,019 reviews at €31 per person for 1h 45m.
Can't decide whether to do the Underground City of the Dead Tour or the Haunted Graveyard Tour? Then don't. Get the worst of both worlds with our Double Dead Tour.
Led by an expert guide, you will venture into two of the most haunted places on the planet – the South Bridge Vaults AND the Covenanter’s Prison in Greyfriars Graveyard. The Covenanter's Prison is home to the Mackenzie Poltergeist, the best documented supernatural case of all time and only City of the Dead Tours has the key!
* 1hr 45 minute walking tour exploring Edinburgh's underground vaults and the Covenanter's Prison in Greyfriars Kirkyard, led by a local expert guide. Visit cityofthedeadtours.com for more information.
PLEASE NOTE
During very busy times of the year, tours are marked SOLD OUT when places are still available, in order to avoid over-booking. Contact us on +44 (0)131 225 9044 or info@cityofthedeadtours.com in case places are available.
This tour runs daily, departing at 19:30, 20:00, 21:30. Scheduled through March 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.
Tours leave from the tree on the pavement at the side of St Giles' Cathedral on the Royal Mile. NOT THE FRONT! (The map has us on the wrong side of the church and we can't change it!) Please arrive at meeting point 10 minutes prior to departure. Please contact us if you're unable to join your tour.
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