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Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour
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Scotland
About
Step into Scotland's rich and mysterious past on this captivating walking tour, as you explore haunted locations and uncover chilling stories and secrets hidden along the closes and wynds of Edinburgh's Old Town. Led by an engaging character guide, this experience blends history and storytelling for an unforgettable adventure.
Uncover the stories of Scotland’s accused witches, exploring their lives and the accusations they faced, and the injustices they endured, all while surrounded by the city's eerie charm. You may even learn some facts about much-loved characters from Outlander and Harry Potter!
The tour will finish at Grassmarket - the very site of public executions, and where the infa...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 10 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 10 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional character guide delivering immersive storytelling
A fully guided walking tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town
Meeting Points
Departure
Caffè Nero
Meet outside Caffé Nero, 1 Parliament Square on the Royal Mile.
Arrive 5-10 minutes early to check in for your tour. We are unable to provide refunds for no-shows. If you anticipate running late, please contact us as soon as possible.
Return
92 Grassmarket
The tour will finish at Grassmarket.
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Not recommended for travellers who cannot navigate the cobbles, steep streets and steps of Edinburgh's old town
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Not recommended for travellers with push-chairs or infants prams
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Step into Scotland's rich and mysterious past on this captivating walking tour, as you explore haunted locations and uncover chilling stories and secrets hidden along the closes and wynds of Edinburgh's Old Town. Led by an engaging character guide, this experience blends history and storytelling for an unforgettable adventure.
Uncover the stories of Scotland’s accused witches, exploring their lives and the accusations they faced, and the injustices they endured, all while surrounded by the city's eerie charm. You may even learn some facts about much-loved characters from Outlander and Harry Potter!
The tour will finish at Grassmarket - the very site of public executions, and where the infa...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 10 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 10 minutes to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional character guide delivering immersive storytelling
A fully guided walking tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town
Meeting Points
Departure
Caffè Nero
Meet outside Caffé Nero, 1 Parliament Square on the Royal Mile.
Arrive 5-10 minutes early to check in for your tour. We are unable to provide refunds for no-shows. If you anticipate running late, please contact us as soon as possible.
Return
92 Grassmarket
The tour will finish at Grassmarket.
Itinerary
1
St Giles' Cathedral
Who was St. Giles... find out and more as you learn a bit of Scot's history including Mary Queen of Scots, John Knox... and discover why it's perfectly acceptable to spit on the floor in Parliament Sq.
10 minutes
2
Royal Mile
Look down the Royal Mile towards East Lothian and hear a tale of the North Berwick Witches.
5 minutes
3
Lady Stairs House
In this hidden courtyard learn of some gruesome history and be inspired by Scotland's National Poet.
10 minutes
4
Edinburgh Castle
Discover how Edinburgh came to be and hear some more fascinating tales related to Witches
10 minutes
5
Witches well
Discover this often missed gem and learn of another unfortunate Witch.
5 minutes
6
Upper Bow
Get a birds eye view an iconic street and hear a shocking tale of a Warlock.
5 minutes
7
Victoria street
Hear the tale of one of Edinburgh's most infamous characters and her remarkable life on these very cobbles.
10 minutes
8
Grassmarket
The tour will finish at Grassmarket - the very site of public executions, and where the infamous story of ‘Half-Hangit Maggie’ - one of Edinburgh’s most legendary characters - once began...
