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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Golden Tours: The Ghost Bus Tours -
Edinburgh

starting from$ 25.27 p.p.
  • 1 Hours 15 Minutes

Tour Overview

Take a walking trip off the main path to discover Edinburgh's Royal Mile's best-kept secrets. Under the guidance of certified tour guide and Edinburgh resident Hannah Mackay Tait, uncover the undiscovered treasures and lost tales nestled among the tenements. Centuries of history may be found throughout Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile, which is home to numerous hidden treasures down its renowned alleys. Join Blue Badge guide Hannah Mackay Tait for a 2.5-hour walking tour that takes you through the sites and people who have shaped Edinburgh. You won't have to lose out on amazing vistas and photo opportunities while travelling. Don't let the opportunity slip to make priceless memories! Start your journey by reserving your tour right now!

Highlights

  • The tour passes by the Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, Greyfriar's Kirk, Edinburgh Castle, and The Old Town.
  • Technical tricks combined with on-board acting make for a hilarious horror trip you won't soon forget.
  • A different perspective on Edinburgh at night.
  • The best comedy-horror production in town

Tour Description

A theatrical sightseeing trip that explores Edinburgh's darker side is the Edinburgh Ghost Bus trip. As you take the mobile ghost tour of Edinburgh, your eerie conductor takes you around the city on a vintage Routemaster bus from the 1960s. Discover the history of the plague, witchcraft, tomb robbery, and, of course, the spirits that call the most haunted city in Europe home. Discover Edinburgh's strange and dark secrets with this hilarious horror tour that takes you around the city.

While taking in the most well-known locations of Edinburgh, such as Edinburgh Castle, The New Town, Grassmarket, Greyfriar's Kirk, The Old Town, Holyrood Palace, and the Royal Mile, this sightseeing bus trip takes you through the gory past of the city. The Conductor will lead you to the locations of the killings, torturings, and executions—as well as the locations where some eerie ghosts are still present

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Inclusions

  • 1 hour 15 min bus tour
  • Professional actors/guides

  • Sunday to Thursday: 7.30pm and 9.00pm
  • Friday and Saturday: 6:00pm, 7.30pm and 9.00pm
  • Departure point: 7-9 George IV Bridge, EH1 1EG
  • Please aim to arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour time to ensure a prompt departure.
  • The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes (depending on traffic).

  • Travellers must exchange their booking voucher.
  • Your booking voucher will expire after you exchange it for a ticket.
  • The company or tour operator will not provide a refund if ticket is misplaced.

  • Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  • A brief walk is included as part of the tour
  • Buses are classic 1960s Routemasters which are unfortunately not wheelchair accessible

  • To get the full refund, you must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the activity/tour start time. If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time, you will not get any refund.
  • Modifications/ changes are allowed at least 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time.
  • You must contact us through email. The activity/tour's local start time determines the cut-off times.

  • There may be unexpected changes in the route or timetable due to traffic, public holidays, weather conditions, cruise ship arrivals, or other unanticipated situations. During major events, summer vacations, and weekends, the city will be quite busy. We will do everything we can to provide a smooth and consistent service! In such cases, no reimbursement is allowed.
  • Tours run regardless of the weather. Weather-related refunds will not be issued unless the service is discontinued due to inclement weather.
  • The service provider preserves the right to amend or cancel the itinerary due to city events or force majeure.

Customer Reviews

4.5

based on 2245 reviews

Rating Distribution

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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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"The hop on hop off tour offers a comfortable and flexible way to discover major attractions. The route is convenient, informative, and ideal for first-time visitors."

"A convenient way to see popular attractions without worrying about transportation. The flexible stops make it easy to explore at your own pace. "

"The hop on hop off experience provides a simple overview of the city. It is comfortable, practical, and suitable for visitors with limited time."

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Get quick answers to common questions about our tours and booking process.

No, it is not wheelchair accessible
No, the tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Unless there is a natural disaster, tours/activities take place even if it rains. Tours that include navigation services might be subjected to the current conditions of the river. If the supplier considers that those conditions are not safe enough, the navigation might be cancelled without prior notice
No, the tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Unless there is a natural disaster, tours/activities take place even if it rains. Tours that include navigation services might be subjected to the current conditions of the river. If the supplier considers that those conditions are not safe enough, the navigation might be cancelled without prior notice
The tour includes a professional local guide and entrance to Recoleta Cemetery.
Unless there is a natural disaster, tours/activities take place even if it rains. Tours that include navigation services might be subjected to the current conditions of the river. If the supplier considers that those conditions are not safe enough, the navigation might be cancelled without prior notice.
Unless there is a natural disaster, tours/activities take place even if it rains. Tours that include navigation services might be subjected to the current conditions of the river. If the supplier considers that those conditions are not safe enough, the navigation might be cancelled without prior notice.
Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from most centrally located hotels in Buenos Aires.
No. The tour is mostly done by vehicle, with only short walks and photo stops.

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