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Underground City of the Dead Tour

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Edinburgh, Scotland
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

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 ...

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

PLEASE NOTE. 5 is the max number of tickets you can book for this walk on this site NOT the maximum we take. We take up to 35 on each tour but we sell out fast. If you want to be sure of a place contact us directly to see if there are spaces left. +44 (0)131 225 9044 or [email protected]

What's Included

  • Local, expert guide
  • Transportation to/from attractions
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1RE, UK

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End point

Niddry Street South
Edinburgh EH1, UK

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Royal Mile

Combining history, humour and horror, the tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Each guide is a local expert on Edinburgh's fascinating and horrifying history, with their own unique style and delivery so no two walks are ever the same.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

South Bridge- Edinburgh

This tour ventures into the most haunted section of Edinburgh’s legendary Underground City, where a population once lived in utter misery. Black as Satan’s jammies, with a fascinating history to match, these vaults were forgotten for centuries and only recently unsealed.Enter the part of the South Bridge Vaults known as Damnation Alley. With good reason. These dark tunnels are stalked by a malevolent presence called the South Bridge Entity.Can cause physical and mental distress. You join us at your own risk.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Language: English only

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Underground City of the Dead Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-89100P2

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294 reviews

Average 4.67 out of 5 stars based on 294 traveler reviews collected by City Sky Diving and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Local, expert guide
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Language: English only
  • Age: Minimum 12
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers

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