The Edinburgh Vaults Tour

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300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2PH, UK

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Underneath Edinburgh old town lurks a murky underworld of grim history, shady characters and unimaginable mystery. It's not enough just to read about it in some history book. The only way to find out what's really going on in the Vaults is to visit them yourself. You'll journey deep underground, exploring the former slums where the less fortunate in society used to live, hearing tales of criminals, body snatchers and witches who would have ruled these parts. Each Vault you visit has its own tale to tell, so be sure to keep your wits about you as your guide tells

you of gruesome goings-on and even takes you to a witches' temple. Be careful not to step inside the infamous stone circle, where many a mysterious event has taken place.

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  • Get a unique and gruesome perspective on Edinburgh from below
  • Discover the underworld of the city's criminal past
  • Visit a real witches' temple

  • Guided walking tour

  • Accessibility:

    Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Not allowed:

    Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be turned away
  • Consuming alcohol or drugs during the tour is strictly forbidden
  • Children under 5 years old aren't allowed on this tour. Please note that this tour could be scary for younger children
  • Animals are not allowed, except for assistance animals such as guide dogs
  • Know in advance:

    The vaults and the tour content can cause genuine distress. Please join the tour at your discretion
  • Toilets are not available at the meeting point or during the tour

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