Uncover the stories of Scotland’s real-life witches on this captivating walking tour through Edinburgh’s Old Town. Explore underground vaults and learn about the injustices suffered by those accused of witchcraft.
- St Giles’ Cathedral - Who was St. Giles… find out and more as you learn a bit of Scot’s history including Mary Queen of Scots, John Knox… and discover why it’s perfectly acceptable to spit on the floor in Parliament Sq.
- Royal Mile - Look down the Royal Mile towards East Lothian and hear a tale of the North Berwick Witches.
- Lady Stairs House - In this hidden courtyard learn of some gruesome history and be inspired by Scotland’s National Poet.
- Edinburgh Castle Esplanade - Discover how Edinburgh came to be and hear some more fascinating tales related to Witches
- Witches well - Discover this often missed gem and learn of another unfortunate Witch.
- Upper Bow - Get a birds eye view an iconic street and hear a shocking tale of a Warlock.
- Victoria street - Hear the tale of one of Edinburgh’s most infamous characters and her remarkable life on these very cobbles.
- The Lost Close - Events & Experiences - The tour will include an exclusive visit to the venue \
- Access to the mysterious Vaults at The Lost Close
- Engaging character guide for an immersive experience
- Guided walking tour of hidden historical sites
Immerse yourself in the enchanting history of Scotland with an interactive walking tour around the old town of Edinburgh. Your tour guide, a captivating storyteller, will lead you on a journey into the country’s intriguing past.
Experience the gripping tales of real witches from Scotland, delving into their history and the public allegations they encountered. This tour sensitively celebrates the memory of those who were innocently accused of witchcraft, bringing attention to the grave wrongs they bore. Additional trivia about popular figures from Outlander and Harry Potter stories may also be uncovered along the way!
The tour will conclude with a thrilling 15-minute finale at ‘The Lost Close’. Unearthed only recently, this subterranean location has remained an enigma since the Great Fire of 1824. Within this archaic vault originating from 1742, the remaining narratives of the journey will be narrated - offering a glimpse into earlier times and appropriately concluding an intimate experience of mystery and historical revelations.
- 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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
