Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour
Overview
Step into Scotland's rich and mysterious past on this captivating walking tour, as you explore haunted locations and uncover chilling stories and secrets hidden along the closes and wynds of Edinburgh's Old Town. Led by an engaging character guide, this experience blends history and storytelling for an unforgettable adventure.
Uncover the stories of Scotland’s accused witches, exploring their lives and the accusations they faced, and the injustices they endured, all while surrounded by the city's eerie charm. You may even learn some facts about much-loved characters from Outlander and Harry Potter!
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...
Don't miss The Edinburgh Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour, an opportunity to delve into the city's fascinating past, honour those who suffered, and embrace the magic of discovery.
What's Included
- A fully guided walking tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town
- Professional character guide delivering immersive storytelling
Meeting Location
1 Parliament Square
192 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1RF, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
92 Grassmarket
Edinburgh EH1 2JR, UK
The tour will finish at Grassmarket.
What To Expect
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St Giles' Cathedral
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Royal Mile
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lady Stairs House
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh Castle
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Witches well
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Upper Bow
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Victoria Street
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grassmarket
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travellers who cannot navigate the cobbles, steep streets and steps of Edinburgh's old town
- Not recommended for travellers with push-chairs or infants prams
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-327918P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- A fully guided walking tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town.
- Professional character guide delivering immersive storytelling.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travellers who cannot navigate the cobbles, steep streets and steps of Edinburgh's old town
- Not recommended for travellers with push-chairs or infants prams
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- A fully guided walking tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town
- Professional character guide delivering immersive storytelling
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travellers who cannot navigate the cobbles, steep streets and steps of Edinburgh's old town
- Not recommended for travellers with push-chairs or infants prams
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
