Edinburgh: Auld Reekie Tours

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Book Auld Reekie Tours tickets for some of the best guided tours in Edinburgh

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Take a trip to the eeriest ends of Edinburgh and explore authentic vaults that remain unchanged since the 1700s! Delve into the darkest depths of Scotland as you discover Edinburgh's genuine links to witchcraft on a tour that guarantees a dramatic and truly memorable experience. 

  • What? Ghost tours in Edinburgh!
  • When? All year round
  • Who? Different tours are suitable for different ages. Please ensure you are checking the correct age restriction on your chosen tour.
  • Where? Meet at Tourist Information outside 300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PH. The meeting point is located across the road from Deacon Brodies Tavern. 

"Such a fun spooky tour to do while in the city. Our guide shared all the nitty gritty stories of the area and was very captivating!" - 2022 Visitors

There's so many things to see in Edinburgh with Auld Reekie Tours

Established in 1995, you're invited to explore the history of Edinburgh's hidden underground, historical graveyards and genuine vaults with Auld Reekie Tours:

  • The Vaults: Delve into the past as you visit the infamous vaults hidden deep underneath Edinburgh's Old Town. Suitable for ages 5+.
  • Haunted Vaults Tour: Explore the vaults during the dark as you're enlightened on the history of Edinburgh's Old Town with an experienced guide. Suitable for ages 12+.
  • The Terror Tour: Take a trip to the medieval torture exhibition, featuring grim devices dating back to the late 1500s! Suitable for ages 18+.
  • Vaults & Graveyard Tour: Get up-close to the 16th-century graveyard and haunted 17th-century vaults. Suitable for ages 12+.
  • Magical Potter Tour: Enjoy Harry Potter in Edinburgh as you discover the inspiration behind the world's most famous wizard. Suitable for all ages.

"We had a fantastic time on our tour. our guide was knowledgeable and very funny. The tour was very informative and something different to do. We certainly recommend!" - 2022 Visitors

Book Auld Reekie Tours tickets for some of the best ghost tours in Edinburgh!

Location
45 Niddry Street,
Edinburgh,
Scotland,
EH1 1LG
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How to find us

Office Address:

Address: Auld Reekie Tours, 45 Niddry Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LG

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Tour Meeting Point Address:

Meeting Point: Tourist Information and Edinburgh Dungeons Police Box, Outside 300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PH. The meeting point is located across the road from Deacon Brodies Tavern. 

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Facilities
  • Please note: Due to the nature of the tours, there are no toilets, food or drink, parking or wheelchair accessibility available.
  • However, there are facilities in the surrounding areas. 
More Info
Are Auld Reekie Tours wheelchair accessible?

Due to the nature of the historic attraction, there are no lifts or ramps available onsite. To enter the venue, visitors are required to climb a 2ft tall step, followed by a winding staircase.

This means that Auld Reekie Tours are currently not recommended for wheelchair users. 

Are Auld Reekie Tours suitable for children?

Whilst some tours are suitable for children, the team at Auld Reekie Tours want to remind visitors that the attraction is dark and can be deemed scary for younger guests. 

  • All children aged up to 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Minimum age requirement is 2 years old. 
Where is the Auld Reekie Tours meeting point?

Meeting Point: Tourist Information and Edinburgh Dungeons Police Box, Outside 300 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PH. The meeting point is located across the road from Deacon Brodies Tavern. 

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Auld Reekie Tours: The Vaults Tour

Visit Edinburgh's authentic underground vaults with an expert tour guide and discover Edinburgh's real links to witchcraft in Edinburgh's Old Town

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Auld Reekie Tours: Haunted Vaults Tour

Visit the darkest depths of Edinburgh Old Town's infamous vaults and uncover the haunting history dating back to the 1700s. Suitable for ages 12+

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£22.00
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Auld Reekie Tours: The Terror Tour

Visit Edinburgh's menacing Medieval Torture Museum and get-up close to grim devices dating back to the 1500's. Suitable for 18+ only

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£24.00
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Auld Reekie Tours: Vaults & Graveyard Tour

Head to the haunted 16th-century graveyard before visiting the terrifying 17th-century underground vaults with an eerie expert guide. Suitable for 12+

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