Embark on a mesmerising journey through Scotland's intriguing history, delving into an underground vault on this uniquely spellbinding walking tour. Traverse the streets of Edinburgh's Old Town and delve beneath the surface to uncover its mysterious past. Unearth the tales of Scotland’s accused witches, delving into their lives and the injustices they endured. The guide, a character steeped in history, masterfully intertwines fact and narrative for an unforgettable experience.
The tour includes a visit to 'The Lost Close', an enigmatic underground site recently unearthed, shrouded in mystery since the Great Fire of 1824. This ancient vault, dating back to 1742, sets the stage for the concluding tales of the tour, providing an unparalleled atmosphere and a glimpse into Edinburgh’s shadowy past. This tour is not only entertaining but also enlightening, paying a respectful tribute to those unjustly accused of witchcraft. It weaves together true stories, historical facts, and lessons from our regrettable past actions.
You'll find yourself captivated by Edinburgh’s old town and engrossed in the chronicles of Scotland’s witches. Along the way, you might even pick up some trivia about beloved characters from Outlander and Harry Potter along the way!
*Important Tour Update*
From 1st January 2026, our Edinburgh Witches Tour will follow an exciting new route through the city’s Old Town. Please note that the visit to the underground vault at The Lost Close will no longer be included.
Instead, you’ll explore more haunted locations above ground, uncovering chilling stories and secrets hidden along the closes and wynds of historic Edinburgh.
The tour will finish at Grassmarket - the very site of public executions, and where the infamous story of ‘Half-Hangit Maggie’ - one of Edinburgh’s most legendary characters - once began...
Book your place on this new tour now and experience the haunted heart of Edinburgh.