Edinburgh: The Dark Side Walking Tour
Overview
Encounter Edinburgh's most infamous characters, including body snatchers Burke and Hare, as you wander the eerie streets after dark. Hear harrowing tales of witch burnings, grave robbing, mysterious murders, real-life cannibals and vampires and discover exactly where witch trials, pagan rituals and public executions once took place in this storied city.
Visit notorious burial sites, including Canongate Kirkyard and the haunting Old Calton Burial Ground, to learn about the grisly individuals interred within. Climb Calton Hill for sweeping panoramic views across Edinburgh before concluding your journey at the historic Whitefoord House mansion.
More than just a sightseeing stroll, this immersive evening experience uncovers the dark truths and chilling secrets that standard tours never dare to tell.
This activity includes:
- Royal Mile
- Canongate Kirkyard
- Old Town
- Canongate District
- Arthur's Seat
- North Bridge
- Calton Hill
- Old Calton Burial Ground
- ... And Much More
Meeting point
130 High Street (The Royal Mile) on the corner with Stevenlaw’s Close
On arrival
Your Edinburgh: The Dark Side Walking Tour starts at 130 High Street (The Royal Mile) on the corner with Stevenlaw’s Close, in English.
Just look for the SANDEMANs Tours team with red umbrellas.
Things to note
This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Please be at your meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
The independent guides who employ us to market their tours have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories
mentioned and lasts about 2 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group.
Cancellation policy
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.
