Illustration of a small guide with a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with pumpkins, ghosts and a stone bridge (Doomed, Dead & Buried Ghost Tour)

Doomed, Dead & Buried Ghost Tour

Visitors explore the shadowy closes and wynds of Edinburgh's Old Town alongside a Master Storyteller before entering the Blair Street Underground Vaults and Canongate Graveyard. Along the way, guests hear true tales of murderers, body snatchers, cannibals, and cursed souls from the city's dark history. The multi-sensory experience is enhanced with curated Edinburgh sounds delivered through TourTalk audio devices.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

mercattours.com

Tickets

Local Edinburgh residents with EH postcodes are eligible for concession rates; complimentary tickets are available for carers, by phone.

Hours

Evening.

Ages

18+

Neighborhood

Old Town

Accessibility

The walking tour includes a step count of approximately 1,700, and complimentary tickets are available for carers.

Going?

Location

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Mercat Cross · High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1QR Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (3/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (1/5)

Best For

Adult dark history and ghost tour enthusiasts

Vibe

Eerie, chilling, and atmospheric

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Low

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Do not consume alcohol prior to attending, as this is an adults-only evening tour.
  • Edinburgh residents with EH postcodes are eligible for concession rates.
  • Be prepared for walking, as the tour route covers around 1,700 steps.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Returning visitors who booked directly through Mercat Tours are eligible for the Returner’s Reward.
  • Edinburgh residents with EH postcodes are eligible for concession rates.
  • Complimentary carer tickets are available by booking by phone.

Links & Contact

Run by Mercat Tours

Website / Tickets Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are children allowed on this tour?

No, this tour is strictly for adults over the age of 18 and is not suitable for families with children.

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

What language is the tour presented in?

The tour is delivered in English.

How is the tour audio delivered?

Stories and hand-picked sounds of Edinburgh are delivered through TourTalk audio devices.

Are complimentary tickets offered for carers?

Yes, complimentary tickets are available for carers and can be booked by calling 0131 225 5445.

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