Step into Edinburgh’s haunted past with City of Edinburgh Tours’ spine-chilling, Spanish-language ghost walk along The Royal Mile. This one-hour journey through underground vaults and eerie cemeteries offers thrills perfect for families and brave souls.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves walking on uneven cobbles and steps in vaults.
Wildlife
History
The Royal Mile has been at the heart of Edinburgh’s social and political life since the 12th century, with its vaults dating back to the 18th century when they stored goods and housed the city’s poor.
Conservation
Tours like this emphasize responsible use of historic sites, encouraging visitors to respect fragile underground vaults and preserve the cultural heritage of Edinburgh.
City of Edinburgh Tours
Step into Edinburgh’s haunted past with City of Edinburgh Tours’ spine-chilling, Spanish-language ghost walk along The Royal Mile. This one-hour journey through underground vaults and eerie cemeteries offers thrills perfect for families and brave souls.
City of Edinburgh Tours runs guided walking tours and ghost experiences in Edinburgh, Scotland. The company offers a range of public tours focused on the Old Town, Royal Mile and the city's Underground Vaults. Guided experiences include the Old Town & Underground Ghost Tour led by a costumed guide; the Old Town & Underground Historical Tour guided by a local historian; the Extreme Paranormal Ghost Tour, a 75-minute character-led experience; the Famous Underground Ghost Tour, a 75-minute journey through key haunted sites; and Tour de Fantasmas en Español, a Spanish-language ghost tour.
Tours visit Edinburgh landmarks such as St Giles Cathedral, Greyfriars Kirkyard and the Underground Vaults, and they explore themes including ghosts, poltergeists, bodysnatchers, witchcraft, torture and historic crime. Guides use storytelling, historical detail and character performance to present both chilling tales and contextual history. Some tours blend eerie anecdotes with humour to suit families and adult audiences.
City of Edinburgh Tours presents publicly scheduled group walks and themed experiences concentrated in the city's Old Town. The operator emphasizes on-location interpretation and first-hand route knowledge of closes, vaults and landmark sites. Booking information, availability and specific meeting points are set per tour. Guests should consult the tour operator's official listings for current schedules, age guidance and accessibility details before booking.
Many tours combine dramatic re-enactment with factual background, and several experiences explicitly reference Victorian history and the city's social past. The operator offers tours suitable for visitors seeking both entertainment and historical context. Details are available on official listings.
Location
Edinburgh, Scotland
Based in Edinburgh's Old Town
Tours Offered
5 tours
Ghost, historical and Spanish tours
Durations
75 mins (some tours)
Some tours are 75 minutes
Guides
Character & historian-led
Costumed, character and historian guides
Check availability and book the exact City of Edinburgh Tours experience that fits language and intensity preferences.
Wear comfortable shoes
Cobblestone streets and underground vaults require sturdy, closed-toe footwear.
Arrive early
The tour starts promptly at 124 High St; early arrival ensures a smooth check-in.
Bring a light jacket
Underground vaults can be cool and damp, even in summer.
Suitable for ages 5+
The tour blends eerie tales with humor, making it family-friendly for older kids and adults.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides stability on cobbled streets and inside damp, uneven vaults.
Light jacket or sweater
Keeps you warm inside cool underground areas and cool evenings outdoors.
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Portable umbrella
Useful for unpredictable spring rain showers along outdoor sections.
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Small flashlight
Helpful for additional light in the vaults where it can be dim.