Explore the underground tunnels called Damnation Alley through stories of former residents and reported hauntings. A local guide leads the walk; participants must be at least twelve and have moderate fitness. 4.69 from 140 reviews at €27 per person for 1h 20m.
Experience the most haunted section of Edinburgh’s legendary Underground City with this award-winning guided walking tour. Known as 'Damnation Alley' and forgotten for centuries, these tunnels were once 'home' to men, women and children living in utter misery.
Experience Edinburgh's dark past as you listen to stories about what really happened beneath the city's streets and what might have stayed behind ...
• 80 minute walking tour exploring Edinburgh's underground city, led by a local expert guide.
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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 if the tour you want is marked SOLD OUT, in case places are available.
This tour runs daily, departing at 15:30. 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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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #20 of 28 | €27 | 1h 20m | 4.69 (140) | shared |
| Edinburgh - Dark History | €21 | 2h | 4.96 (914) | shared |
| Haunted Histories walking tour | €21 | 1h 30m | 4.98 (211) | shared |
| Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour | €21 | 1h 10m | 4.9 (711) | shared |
Ranked #20 of 28 in Ghost Tours & Vaults by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €19 to €113, median €27; typical length 1h 30m. 1 of 28 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 28 Ghost Tours & Vaults