Activities ,Walking tours ,Excursions & day trips ,Culture & history

City of the Dead Underground Vaults (Day)

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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City of the Dead Underground Vaults (Day)

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Overview

Duration

1h 20min

Languages

English

Voucher type

E-Ticket

What To Expect

Experience the most haunted section of Edinburgh’s legendary Underground City with this award-winning guided walking tour. Known as 'Damnation Alley' and forgotten for centuries, these tunnels were once 'home' to men, women and children living in utter misery.

Experience Edinburgh's dark past as you listen to stories about what really happened beneath the city's streets and what might have stayed behind ...

• 80 minute walking tour exploring Edinburgh's underground city, led by a local expert guide.

• Choice of day or night time tour.

PLEASE NOTE

During very busy times of the year tours are marked SOLD OUT when places are still available, in order to avoid over-booking. Contact us if the tour you want is marked SOLD OUT in case places are available.

What to remember

Important info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. Public transportation options are available nearby. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Age: Minimum 12. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Language: English only

What's included

Local, expert guide

What's not included

Transportation to/from attractions

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until a day in advance

Provider

City of the Dead Tours

Meeting Point

All tours leave from the "Tree of the Dead" outside St Giles Cathedral on the pavement facing the Royal Mile. Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes prior to departure.
Please contact us if you are unable to join your tour.