Top Scotland Ghost Tours - page 3

Join your guide on a journey through the brutal history of the Highland Capital. You’ll learn about beheadings and worse on this 90 minute exploration of the dark past of these now peaceful streets. Ghost sightings not guaranteed, but stories of lost spirits and souls will make you take a second look at this charming city that has seen earthquakes, floods and fires bring devastation long before it became the universally popular destination it is today. Learn about a knight in shining armour and standing stones we can only hope do not fall over, visit the graves of important figures and find hard evidence of their gruesome habits. Your guide will keep you safe as we follow a trail of bones – ideally in the evening, although we will alternate accommodate timing requests where possible.

A spooky, self-guided walking tour game through central Edinburgh. You have made new friends online. They have found an old journal and are trying to solve the mysterious disappearance of its owner. The old notes describe a Headless Horseman haunting Edinburgh. Maybe the journal also offers the clues needed to find out what happened? You are invited to join an investigation, but one of your new friends never shows up at your agreed meeting spot. Follow clues through Edinburgh. Participate in the story in each location through gamification. Examine mysterious items and crack codes while you explore the city's historical surroundings. This audio walking tour game is self-guided via a GPS-based app downloaded to your phone. When you buy the tour you'll receive an email with instructions on how to download the app which serves as your guide and narrator. Listen to the story while you walk, and solve puzzles in each location. You can start, pause and end the tour when you want.

Edinburgh’s Old Town is home to an abundance of architectural wonders, and if you want to tick off the city’s best bits without putting in the hours of research time, then this guided tour is a great pick. Explore the city on foot with a guide, learn about its history, and stroll past plenty of top landmarks—including Edinburgh Castle, St Giles’ Cathedral, and Greyfriars Kirkyard.

Do you want to discover a darker side of Glasgow? You’re in the right place! Explore Glasgow the way you want to, spend quality time with a local, and get a real taste of our beautiful city. With flexible meetings and endpoints, and a dedicated local guide, maximize your time in Glasgow on a private tour. A city well-known for its turbulent past, Glasgow has a lot of secrets. Built by industry, shaped by its working class, and run by gangs operating out of ice cream vans. This 1.5-hour tour with a local guide will take you on a walk in the darker side of Glasgow’s history - some centuries ago, some decades, and some still happening in the city today. From unsolved murders to tales of notorious inmates and Glasgow’s foundations as a city built on the back of slavery, this tour will bring our dark past into light as you discover a different side to this iconic city.

Discover the highlights and hidden secrets of Edinburgh’s magical Old Town by setting off on a guided tour. Along the way, find stories you’d miss if exploring alone—such as famous residents who have lived in the city, and learn about the history behind its famous landmarks, such as Edinburgh Castle, and St Giles’ Cathedral. Also, if you opt for the evening tour, hear about local ghost stories.

Delve into the chilling past of Edinburgh on this dark history tour, exploring the city's macabre tales and notorious events. Uncover the grim realities of the Scottish Witch Trials, hear about the infamous body snatchers William Burk and William Hare, and learn about the cannibalistic acts that have inspired modern horror. While we won’t be going underground, the sites we visit—such as graveyards—are filled with stories that evoke the eerie atmosphere of Europe's most haunted city. - Explore the haunting history of Edinburgh through graveyards and key sites - Learn about the Scottish Witch Trials and their gruesome punishments - Discover the infamous deeds of serial killers Burk and Hare - Hear tales of cannibalism that inspired contemporary horror films