HALLOWEEN IN EDINBURGH: GUIDE TO THE TOP SPOOKY TOURS AND ACTIVITIES

As autumn sweeps through the historic alleys and cobblestone streets of Edinburgh, the Scottish capital awakens to a different kind of magic. Halloween in Edinburgh is not just a day; it’s an entire season, and it’s full of eerie tales, mysterious history, and spooky activities. From chilling ghost walks through dark alleyways to mysterious explorations of ancient cemeteries, Edinburgh’s Halloween tours promise an unforgettable journey.

Edinburgh’s Gothic architecture and eerie ambiance make it an ideal setting for Halloween. The historic streets, alleys, and closes take on an otherworldly appearance as they are illuminated by flickering lanterns and the warm glow of pumpkin-laden windows.

In this article we’ll give you some suggestions on Halloween tours and activities that transport you through centuries of haunting stories and supernatural legends. We’ve ranked them from least spooky to the most spooky so book what you dare!

Ghostly Underground Vaults Tour in Edinburgh

Unearth Edinburgh’s haunted history on a daytime ghost tour. Delve into the eerie past with an intimate exploration of the renowned Blair Street Underground Vaults. Join a small group for a personalized encounter with the city’s spectral secrets. Book the tour here.

2-Hour Night-time Ghost Tour 

Explore hidden cemeteries and shadowy alleys on our tour, where legends and scientific inquiries unravel Edinburgh’s mysteries. The city’s history, marred by bloodshed, murders, and witch burnings, lingers in the very places we’ll visit after dark. Escape the tourist crowds, journey back to an era when life dared not venture beyond the city walls, and let our guide paint a vivid picture of Edinburgh’s former inhabitants through stories and visual projections. This tour may challenge your beliefs but is an essential aspect of your Edinburgh stay, as history often transcends even the most captivating legends. Book the tour here.

Edinburgh – Dark History

Edinburgh, known as “The Jekyll & Hyde City,” reveals two distinct personas. By day, it exudes respectability, flaunting its magnificent architecture and rich history. Yet, as the sun sets, it unearths a darker tale…

Discover Edinburgh’s ominous past – murderers, thieves, cannibals, hangings, decapitations, witches, the Plague, and unsanitary conditions. Delve into the city’s most notorious figures and the origins of its haunting legends.

This isn’t your typical ghost tour with costumes and jump scares. Edinburgh’s Dark History, in all its macabre reality, is spine-chilling enough. We take pleasure in sharing these grim tales with our visitors. Book the tour here.

Extreme Paranormal Ghost Tour

Join your charismatic guide outside our Royal Mile ticket office, where they’ll assume the role of a historical character, setting the stage for an immersive journey. As you traverse the Old Town’s historic squares, wynds, and closes, the guide will unravel chilling tales linked to these sites.

Cross George IV Bridge’s threshold to enter the enigmatic Greyfriars Kirkyard, renowned as the world’s most haunted cemetery. After dark, you’ll hear of the infamous poltergeist, grave robbers who unearthed more than they bargained for, and the notorious serial killers Burke and Hare.

With midnight approaching, leave modern Edinburgh behind and descend beneath South Bridge into ancient underground vaults. Here, eighteenth-century bridge arches and seventeenth-century stonework merge beneath skylights where people walk, whispering of lingering souls. What happens underground, stays underground. After 80 spine-tingling minutes, your guide will bid farewell and safely guide you back to the ticket office, provided you survive the experience!. Book the tour here.

Edinburgh’s Halloween celebration is a unique and enchanting experience that combines the city’s rich history with modern festivities. The juxtaposition of ancient Celtic traditions and contemporary Halloween fun creates a celebration that appeals to all ages and interests. From ghost tours and fire festivals to haunted locations, culinary delights, and costume parties, Edinburgh offers a bewitch