• Mercat Cross - Immerse yourself in the echoes of a once-vibrant crowd, clamoring for the fate of two men. Join the “Edinburgh mob,” which historically surged in riot past the Mercat Cross, our meeting point for the evening.
• Edinburgh Old Town - Discover chilling stories of witchcraft, torture, and restless spirits as you explore medieval closes and descend into the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults of Edinburgh on this ghost tour. Experience the distant sounds of workmen and the whispers of criminals, enveloped in the ambiance of the past.
• Mercat Tours - Guided by your cloaked Storyteller, journey through the shadowy caverns, hearing tales that seem too terrifying to be true — yet they are.

As night falls, we’ll gather in Megget’s Cellar for a whisky — or if you prefer, a glass of locally-made beer or a soft drink. In the cozy candlelight, your Storyteller will share more tales of Edinburgh’s eerie past and the haunted souls that wander the city’s streets.

• Alcoholic beverages
• Small group experience
• Exclusive access to Blair Street Underground Vaults, the city’s deepest & largest
• Enhanced with hand-picked sounds of Edinburgh and delivered through TourTalk audio devices
• Multi-sensory tours; with master Storyteller guides
• Exclusive Sounds of Edinburgh Tour Playlist

Edinburgh’s premier storytellers, Mercat Tours, are transforming the walking tour experience, ensuring a deeper and more meaningful connection with Edinburgh’s history and its people, extending well beyond your visit.

Take the Story Home: Relive the Memories:

• Experience the scent of leather and smoke
• Enjoy the curated tour playlist

Discover tales of blood, guts, and gore in Edinburgh’s Old Town, followed by a comforting whisky or soft drink in a candlelit cellar.

Embark on a ghost tour through medieval closes and the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults of Edinburgh, where you’ll hear chilling stories of witchcraft, torture, and restless spirits. Immerse yourself in the echoes of workmen and whispers of criminals from the past.

As night falls, gather in Megget’s Cellar for a whisky, locally-crafted beer, or soft drink. Your storyteller will weave more tales of Edinburgh’s eerie history and the haunted souls that wander its streets.

• Children 5yrs and above only
• Tours are guaranteed all year round, so please dress for the weather, with comfortable shoes.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.