Illustration of a guide holding up a lantern before a small group on a foggy cobblestone street past headstones at night (The Edinburgh Dungeon)
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The Edinburgh Dungeon

Visitors embark on an underground journey through Edinburgh's darkest history featuring live actor shows, immersive 360-degree theatrical sets, and special effects. Guests encounter notorious historical figures including Agnes Finnie in Witches' Judgement and serial killers Burke and Hare. The experience guides audiences through the city's vaults, a torture chamber, and an interactive courtroom trial.

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Standard Ticket: from £19 per adult; Anytime Ticket: from £24 per adult; Dungeon + Bus Tour: from £45 per adult. The page also advertises 50% off kids tickets but gives no child ticket price.

Ages

Recommended for ages 8 and older. Children under 5 are not permitted.

Neighborhood

City Centre

Parking

There is no car park at The Edinburgh Dungeon; NCP car parks are on Castle Terrace and at Holyrood Road.

Going?

Location

31 Market Street, Edinburgh EH1 1DF Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (4/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (2/5)

Best For

Teens and adults who enjoy spooky, theatrical history

Vibe

Spooky and theatrical

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Book online at least two days in advance to reserve your preferred entry and secure ticket discounts.
  • Arrive no earlier than 15 minutes before the timeslot printed on your ticket.
  • The venue is completely cashless, so prepare to pay with cards or digital payments.

Links & Contact

Run by Merlin Entertainments

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the tour take?

Tours last approximately 75 minutes, excluding queueing times.

What should visitors do if they already have an open-dated ticket or voucher?

Guests holding open-dated, flexi, promotional, or carer tickets must pre-book a specific timeslot online before visiting.

Do annual passholders need to make advance reservations?

Yes, annual passholders must pre-book their entry timeslot in advance.

Can tickets be rescheduled if plans change?

Tickets can be rescheduled for free online up to 24 hours before your scheduled arrival time.

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