Edinburgh Dungeon - Standard Entry

Edinburgh Dungeon

Available to 30 September 2025

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Visit Edinburgh Dungeons, one of the best attractions in Edinburgh

Buy best-priced tickets to the Edinburgh Dungeons. In just a simple few clicks, the whole family can look forward to one of the best things to do in Edinburgh.

There's so many things to do and see in The Edinburgh Dungeons

Leave the 21st-century behind when you enter the Edinburgh Dungeon and explore 1000 years of Scottish history, wrapped up into one grand, ancient building:

  • Discover an jam-packed 70-minute experience with interactions and engagement
  • Hear eerie noises, smell potent scents and squint through the darkness on this exhilarating adventure
  • Look out for the dastardly dungeon-dwellers - keep your cool as they try to make you jump!
  • Follow the blood-lined pathways to The Torture Chamber, where an ominous, empty chairs await you
  • Learn about the different metal torture tools used on unfortunate souls in the past
  • Watch in fear as one of your friends gets locked up in a cell beside you!
  • Turn the corner to Cannibal's Cave and meet Sawney Bean's family
  • Stick tight to your group as you're surrounded by 16th-century cannibals
  • Escape the dungeons through the mirror maze
  • Feel the spray of water hit your face when you strap into the Drop Dead ride
  • Cling hard to the handle and scream as you face the drop at the Grassmarket Gallows

"Be prepared to jump scream and laugh. Had a fantastic time being scared witless but so so funny. Actors are brilliant and really get you involved." - TripAdvisor

What's including in my Edinburgh Dungeons ticket?

About your Adventure:

  • Full-on immersive 360 sets
  • Live actor shows from a professional cast
  • An underground journey through Scottish history
  • State of the art theming and special effects
  • A thrilling drop ride
  • Scary fun for all!

Book Edinburgh Dungeons tickets today and get ready for a great day out!

Edinburgh EH1 1DF,
United Kingdom,
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom EH1 1DF
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How to find us

Address: Edinburgh Dungeon, 31 Market Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1DF

What3Words: groom.river.pipe

By Car:

  • Sadly, there is no parking outside The Edinburgh Dungeons
  • There are NCP Car Parks nearby on Castle Terrace and Holyrood Road

By Train:

  • Waverley Train Station: Two minutes walk away

By Bus:

  • Lothian Buses service well around the area
  • 26, 67, 100, 41, 42, 1, 3, X12, 22, 25, X25, X26, 29, X29, 30, 31, 33, 34, X44, 113
  • Toilets
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transport accessible

Yes - Edinburgh Dungeon is wheelchair accessible, but the attraction does require wheelchair reservations due to health and safety restrictions.

  • Navigation around the Dungeon is mainly via level pathways - however, there are some areas where the floor surfaces are uneven. 
  • For safety reasons, Edinburgh Dungeons can only accommodate one guest using a wheelchair at a time to ensure an evacuation chair is available to exit the building. 
  • Some guests have to be able to transfer from wheelchair to chair on the stairlift 

To secure availability, please book a wheelchair reservation in advance by emailing [email protected]

The recommended age for this experience is 8 years and above. This is at the discretion of the parent or guardian.

Children under the age of 16 years must be accompanied by an adult 18 years and above.

  • Assistance dogs are welcome in the Edinburgh Dungeon.
  • Please note there are loud noises, mist effects and smells (good and nasty) that may be confusing to assistance animals.
  • For more detailed information please email: [email protected]

The opening times for Edinburgh Dungeons are as follows:

  • Open 7 days a week excluding Christmas Day
  • Opening times vary throughout the year
  • Tours leave approximately every 10-15 minutes
  • Tours last 70 minutes no matter what time you enter

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