A local guide is included; uneven surfaces may require route adjustments for wheelchair users, and pricing is per group. 5 from 74 reviews at €108 per group/vehicle for 1h 30m.
In our comparison: #5 of 28 in Ghost Tours & Vaults, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices: per adult for a party of two, or per group where marked. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.
| Option | What the operator says | From |
|---|---|---|
| Private Tour for 2 peopleThe page price | €108per group | |
| Private Tour for 3-5 people | €131per group | |
| Private Tour for 6-10 people | €167per group |
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 74 of 74
Star breakdown of all 74 ratings
Reviewers praise the tailored history and humorous storytelling; wet or muddy ground is the practical caveat.
Written by Guidekin from the 73 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (25 April 2015 to 27 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Ratings collected from Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
This entire tour takes place within the historic burial ground. We don't visit the Kirk itself, although we recommend guests visit this wonderful building during their visit to Edinburgh.
Pass by, no stopThe Greyfriars Kirkyard tour is perfect for everyone who wants to know more about Scottish history. The people buried within the Kirkyard made Edinburgh what it was. We'll share some of the most important, most interesting and most surprising stories about these rather fascinating people. And we'll do this in an entertaining, professional and respectful manner.
Greyfriars is a fascinating place that has links to some incredible stories from Scotland’s history (not 'just' Edinburgh's history). Their stories are the stories of Edinburgh. You’ll learn about these characters as you stand only inches away from where their bodies lie buried.
Hear the stories behind martyred Covenanters, an amusing artist, an infamous ghost, grave robbers, the Irish murderers Burke and Hare, a tortured spy and, of course, the devoted Skye Terrier, Greyfriars Bobby.
Are you ready to ‘meet’ the ‘Dead of Old Edinburgh’?
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #5 of 28 | €108 per group | 1h 30m | 5.0 (74) | private |
| Edinburgh - Dark History | €22 | 2h | 4.96 (915) | shared |
| Haunted Histories walking tour | €22 | 1h 30m | 4.98 (211) | shared |
| Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour | €22 | 1h 10m | 4.9 (714) | shared |
Ranked #5 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