Edinburgh Witchery Private Walking Tour

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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the ghost stories of Edinburgh, famous for its imposing gothic architecture with tales of hauntings, witchcraft, local legends, and historic scenes of torture, butchery, and bloodshed!

What's Included

A friendly, professional English Speaking tour guide for your own private group
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places.
Food and drink
Hotel pick up and drop off
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you outside the front of 'The Witchery by the Castle' located at 352 Castle-hill (Royal Mile), EH1 2N

End point

The finish point will be close to public transport and taxi links and the guide will assist with advising you on your journey.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Edinburgh Old Town

    Explore Edinburgh's historic Old Town - rife with stories of battles and bloodshed; Learn of the hundreds of men and women who were burned at stake on Castle Hill for witchcraft over 200 years;

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Royal Mile

    Stroll down the Royal Mile, deceptively innocent, it is rife with tales of tortured prisoners in the vaults beneath the streets, and ghostly sitings; Walk through dark courtyards and mysterious alleyways, hearing chilling tales of executions, murder, torture, ghosts, and witchcraft in Edinburgh through the 16th and 17th centuries;

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    North Bridge

    Arrive at North Bridge, with a view to the majestic-looking hotel and former HQ of the Scotsman with many ghost stories;

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Calton Hill

    Discover the picturesque Calton Hill, whose beautiful templed, romantic views and gothic cemetery disguise some chilling tales, from witch burnings to the mausoleum of David Hume;

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Explore the eerie Kirkyard Cemetery at Canongate, dating back to the 17th century; where over 30 phantoms are said to reside.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Night Tours
Ghost Tours
Crime Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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