Illustration of a guide with a lantern and a small ghost on a cobblestone street with pumpkins and ghosts at dusk (Scottish Witch Trials Guided Tour)

Scottish Witch Trials Guided Tour

Departing from Edinburgh, visitors travel to Tullibole Castle to explore the real history and dark chapters of Scotland's witch trials. Guests enjoy exclusive access to the castle grounds, a fireside conversation with Lord Moncreiff, and a walk through the Witches Maze. The experience also includes a candlelit lantern walk along the estate paths and folklore storytelling around a roaring bonfire.

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When

Tickets

£78 per person. Includes all transportation, castle experience, a dram of whisky and guided services. Food, drinks and gratuities are not included.

Hours

3pm and 7pm departures.

Neighborhood

Edinburgh Old Town

Food & Drink

A dram of whisky is included with the tour, but no other food or drinks are provided.

Accessibility

The tour involves walking along dark pathways.

Going?

Location

Apex Grassmarket Hotel · 31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2HS Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (2/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (2/5)

Best For

History buffs and ghost story enthusiasts

Vibe

Atmospheric, eerie, and historical

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing suitable for walking along dark pathways.
  • Bring your own water bottle, as additional food and drinks are not provided.
  • Book Heritage Guides' daytime Edinburgh walking tour for a 10% discount to learn city witch history before this tour.

Links & Contact

Run by Scottish Odyssey

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is included with the tour?

The tour includes round-trip transportation, guided services, the castle experience, and a dram of whisky.

What is the Witches Maze?

The Witches Maze is an on-site maze constructed to commemorate the 11 witches who were executed at Tullibole Castle in 1662.

Are meals or drinks included?

A dram of whisky is included, but meals, additional drinks, and gratuities are not included.

How long is spent traveling on the road?

The tour includes approximately two hours of total time on the road.

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