Duration
1h 30m
Best Time
Evening
Price
€€
Walking
Moderate walking
About City of the Dead Tours
Underground vault tours beneath South Bridge focus on the Covenanter's Prison in Greyfriars Kirkyard, known for poltergeist activity. The vaults served as housing for Edinburgh's poorest residents in the 1700s before being sealed. Tours run nightly at GBP 14-16 per person with experienced storytellers.
Insider Tips
The Double Dead tour combines both the vaults and Greyfriars Kirkyard for better value and a longer experience than single-location tours.
Getting There
Address
Bobby's Bothy, 26 Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh EH1 2QE, UK
Neighborhood
Old Town & Royal MileSkip the queue: Book tickets online to avoid the ticket line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 1h 30m. Evening visits offer a different atmosphere with softer light.
City of the Dead Tours is in the Old Town & Royal Mile neighborhood of Edinburgh. The address is Bobby's Bothy, 26 Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh EH1 2QE, UK. The area is well-served by metro.
Evening visits offer a unique atmosphere. The light is softer, crowds thin out, and the experience feels more intimate.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Parts are outdoors, so bring a light layer.
Nearby in Old Town & Royal Mile
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