Private Dark History Tour: Eerie Edinburgh

On this evening walk you will discover Edinburgh's dark side. Hangman's noose and witches' brew, heinous deeds and restless spirits - the closes of the Old Town will reveal their horrible secrets to those brave enough to listen. Don’t say I didn’t warn you! This tour can be anything from mildly spooky to full-on disturbing - just let me know!

1. 1

   Heart of Midlothian

   10 min

   What does the heart in the cobblestones have to to with football and the longest hanging in Edinburgh's history?

2. 2

   St Giles' Cathedral

   10 min

   We find out what - and who - is hidden under the concrete behind the church.

3. 3

   Mercat Cross

   15 min

   "Fun for the whole family" had a slightly different meaning in the middle ages...

4. 4

   Royal Mile

   10 min

   Today's tourist hot spot was yesterday's health hazard.

5. 5

   Tron Kirk Market

   10 min

   What is a tron and why can we all be grateful that it's gone?

6. 6

   The Netherbow

   10 min

   Do you dare go beyond the world's end?

7. 7

   Stop 7

   10 min

   Edinburgh's former neighbouring town has its own fair share of bloody history.

8. 8

   Canongate Kirk

   15 min

   Edinburgh had a very special definition of the Resurrection.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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