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Highlights
- Descend beneath the city streets into candlelit vaults and winding alleys rarely seen by visitors.
- Pass through narrow Old Town closes and wander among centuries-old gravestones in Canongate Graveyard.
- Explore disturbing historical events and local legends in a format designed exclusively for adults.
- Follow a compelling narrative crafted by your Master Storyteller guide instead of simple dates and names.
Your Experience
Meet your guide at the Mercat Tours departure point before the tour begins. Collect your TourTalk audio device and headset, then set off through Edinburgh's Old Town with your small group.
Underground and Cemetery Visit
Descend into the Blair Street Underground Vaults to see stone chambers normally closed to most visitors. Continue to Canongate Graveyard where weathered headstones mark the resting places of notable residents.
Group Size and Commentary
The tour runs with a maximum of 18 participants for a more personal experience. Hear history brought to life through expert narration and carefully selected sound effects on TourTalk devices.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Admission to Blair Street Underground Vaults
- Walking tour lasting 1 hour and 45 minutes
- Small-group experience limited to adults
- Commentary provided by Master Storytellers
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
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Must Know
- Participants must be 18 years or older
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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