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Terror Tour In Edinburgh

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Terror Tour In Edinburgh

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Valid for 12 Months

The Highlights

  • Dare to gift the dark side – A Terror Tour in Edinburgh
  • Explore a medieval torture exhibition with original instruments from the 1500s and 1600s
  • Discover Edinburgh’s haunted underground vaults, dating back to the 1700s
  • Hear horrifying true tales from the city’s gruesome past
  • Guided by expert storytellers who bring the terror to life
  • A unique and thrilling gift idea for horror and history lovers (18+ only)
  • Exchangeable Experience Gift

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  • Edinburgh

The Main Event

If you’re looking for a gift that’s anything but ordinary, give them a spine-tingling adventure through the darker corners of Edinburgh’s past. This Terror Tour isn’t for the faint-hearted, it’s for the brave, the curious, and those who love a good scare.

Start with the city’s medieval torture exhibition, home to some truly hair-raising instruments from the castles of Nuremberg and Bamberg in Germany. These chilling devices date back to the 1500s and 1600s and are strikingly similar to those used in Auld Reekie. It’s a rare chance to come face to face with real artefacts from a time when punishment was both creative and cruel.

Then, it’s time to head underground… if you dare. Led by one of Edinburgh’s finest (and most fearless) tour guides, you’ll be taken into the haunted vaults beneath the city, a paranormally active maze of rooms dating back to the 1700s. These are the most extensive set of vaults in Edinburgh’s Old Town and are renowned as one of the world’s most haunted places.

Expect terrifying tales, ghostly happenings, and a whole lot of atmosphere. The guides will share true stories from Edinburgh’s gruesome history, murders, hauntings, and some downright disturbing events.

It’s a brilliant gift idea for horror fans, ghost hunters, or anyone who loves exploring the weird and wonderful. Whether it’s for a birthday, special occasion, this is one experience they’ll never forget.

With scares around every corner and a fascinating deep dive into Edinburgh’s murky past, this tour is the perfect mix of history and horror. Suitable for ages 18+ only – and that’s probably for the best!

Important Bits

Important to Note

Tour starts at: 300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PH

Tour ends at: 45 Niddry Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LG

Maximum tour group size is 36 people.

When

Evening tour times: 9pm, 10pm

Tour lasts 75 minutes.

Validity

Your voucher is valid for 12 Months from the date of issue.

Please note you must have booked and taken your experience before the expiry date.

Who Can Go

  • Minimum age: 18 years old
  • Photography is permitted on this tour.
  • Due to the historic nature of the sites, there are no lifts or ramps. To enter the vaults guests must be able to climb a 2 foot tall step followed by a winding staircase. Due to the walking pace and the terrain, the tour may not be suitable for those with any walking difficulties.
  • There are no toilets available during this tour.
  • Animals are not allowed on tours except for assistance animals such as guide dogs.

What about Insurance?

The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.

A cancellation indemnity, subject to terms, is included with every voucher.

How it Works

All you have to do is pay for the experience you wish to purchase and we’ll send a voucher and booking information to you or directly to the recipient, then you just need to check the info and book your experience.

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