Edinburgh: Kids Underground Gory Stories Small-Group Tour

The "Edinburgh: Kids Underground Gory Stories Small-Group Tour" offers a unique opportunity for families seeking a captivating exploration of the city’s haunting past. Delving into the eerie Blair Street Underground Vaults, participants uncover chilling tales of historical events, tortures, and ghostly encounters. Guided by award-winning storytellers, this immersive experience captivates young minds and reveals the darker side of Edinburgh’s history. With suitable content for children over 5, the tour promises a memorable adventure filled with intriguing artifacts and spine-tingling stories. What secrets might lie beneath the surface of this historic city?

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Key Points

This tour is not suitable for young children, as it focuses on the dark and gory history of Edinburgh’s underground.
The tour lasts 75 minutes and explores the Blair Street Underground Vaults, with immersive storytelling and discovery of eerie artifacts.
Guides are award-winning and English-speaking, but the tour is not recommended for those with mobility issues.
Participants can learn about the lives of 19th-century children and historical terms like "gardyloo" during the tour.
The tour has an overall rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 48 reviews, with positive feedback on the immersive storytelling and value for money.

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Tour Overview and Pricing

The Edinburgh: Kids Underground Gory Stories Small-Group Tour offers a 75-minute exploration of the city’s secret underground, including the famous Blair Street Underground Vaults.

Explore Edinburgh’s secret underground and the infamous Blair Street Underground Vaults on this 75-minute gory storytelling tour.

Priced from €28.68 per person, the tour provides immersive storytelling and the chance to discover eerie artifacts. Guests can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and they can reserve their spot and pay later.

Led by award-winning, English-speaking guides, the small-group experience delves into Edinburgh’s darker history, covering topics like witch trials and body snatching.

Finishing in the Blair Street Underground Vaults, the tour isn’t suitable for young children or those with mobility issues.

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Tour Experience

As visitors explore Edinburgh’s secret underground, they’ll uncover the famous Blair Street Underground Vaults and hear historical tales of stinking streets, tortures, and ghostly occurrences.

The tour provides immersive storytelling with TourTalk devices, allowing participants to learn about the darker side of Edinburgh’s history, including witch trials and body snatching.

With a small group and a live, award-winning English-speaking guide, the experience offers a unique opportunity to discover artifacts found in the underground and hear stories about the lives of children in 19th century Edinburgh.

Tour Highlights

Among the tour highlights, visitors can discover intriguing artifacts found within Edinburgh’s underground network.

The tour explores the winding closes of the Old Town, where guides share stories about the lives of children in 19th century Edinburgh. Participants will learn the meaning of historical terms like "gardyloo" and uncover other fascinating anecdotes about the city’s darker past, including witch trials and body snatching.

The excursion culminates with exclusive access to the Blair Street Underground Vaults, allowing guests to enjoy the atmospheric, dimly lit chambers that once housed the city’s poorest residents.

Participant Information

Though not suitable for children under 5 years, people with mobility impairments, or wheelchair users, the tour’s meeting point is at the Mercat Cross in Parliament Square, EH1 1RF. Participants should wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Pets are not allowed, though assistance dogs are permitted.

| What to Bring | Meeting Point |

| — | — |

| Comfortable Shoes | Mercat Cross, Parliament Square |

| Weather-Appropriate Clothing | EH1 1RF |

With these requirements in mind, visitors can embark on a thrilling journey through Edinburgh’s underground, learning about its dark history and experiencing immersive storytelling with TourTalk devices.

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Customer Reviews and Ratings

The tour boasts an impressive overall rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 48 reviews. Guests consistently praise the engaging and considerate guides, who provide a family-friendly experience packed with knowledgeable, excellent support.

Reviewers highlight the tour’s value for money, with a 4.8/5 rating in this category. Participants appreciate the immersive storytelling and the opportunity to discover Edinburgh’s dark history and underground secrets.

While the tour may not be suitable for young children or those with mobility issues, the overwhelmingly positive feedback suggests it delivers an unforgettable and highly recommended experience for those able to participate.

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Exploring Edinburgh’s Underground Secrets

Beneath the charming facades of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, a network of hidden underground tunnels and vaults lay waiting to be explored.

Beneath the charming facades of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, a network of hidden underground tunnels and vaults lay waiting to be explored.

This "kids underground tour" takes visitors on a captivating journey through Edinburgh’s darker past, unearthing tales of gory misdeeds and ghostly occurrences.

The experience includes:

Discovering artifacts found in the underground chambers.
Navigating the winding closes of the Old Town.
Hearing stories about the lives of children in 19th-century Edinburgh.
Learning the meaning of historical anecdotes, like the term "gardyloo."

Ultimately, this immersive tour offers a unique glimpse into the city’s shadowy underbelly, captivating young and old alike.

Uncovering the Dark History of Edinburgh

Edinburgh’s underground tunnels and vaults not only harbor tales of mystery and intrigue, but also uncover the city’s darker historical past.

The gory stories shared during the tour shed light on the harsh realities of life in 19th-century Edinburgh. Visitors learn about the city’s witch trials, body snatching, and the plight of its poorest residents, including children.

Through immersive storytelling, the tour guides bring these macabre events to life, painting a vivid picture of Edinburgh’s sinister underbelly.

Exploring these hidden spaces provides a unique and unsettling glimpse into the city’s grim history.

Immersive Storytelling and Family-Friendly Fun

Though the tour delves into the dark history of Edinburgh, it expertly balances this with an immersive and family-friendly experience.

The guides utilize TourTalk devices to bring the stories to life, transporting participants back in time through vivid descriptions.

The tour highlights include:

Discovering intriguing artifacts found in Edinburgh’s underground.
Exploring the winding closes of the Old Town.
Hearing tales about the lives of children in 19th century Edinburgh.
Learning historical anecdotes like the meaning of "gardyloo."

The excursion culminates with exclusive access to the Blair Street Underground Vaults, providing a thrilling conclusion to this engaging tour.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Tour Suitable for People With Hearing Impairments?

The tour is not suitable for people with hearing impairments. The tour experience includes immersive storytelling with TourTalk devices, which may not be compatible with the needs of individuals with hearing impairments.

Can We Take Photos During the Tour?

Photography is generally permitted on the tour, though guests are advised to check with the guide beforehand. Certain areas or activities may have restrictions to ensure everyone’s enjoyment and safety during the experience.

How Do the Tourtalk Devices Work?

The TourTalk devices provide an immersive storytelling experience. They allow participants to hear the guide’s narration and historical anecdotes clearly, enhancing the tour’s engagement and bringing the underground’s gory tales to life.

Is There a Minimum Group Size for the Tour?

There’s no minimum group size for this tour. The tour is described as a "small-group" experience, allowing for an intimate and personalized exploration of Edinburgh’s underground. Participants can reserve individual spots without the need for a larger group.

Are There Any Age Restrictions for the Adult Participants?

The tour isn’t suitable for children under 5 years old, but there are no age restrictions for adult participants. The tour experience is family-friendly, with engaging guides providing excellent support for participants of all ages.

The Sum Up

The "Edinburgh: Kids Underground Gory Stories Small-Group Tour" offers families a thrilling exploration of the city’s haunting past. Participants explore the eerie Blair Street Underground Vaults, uncovering chilling tales of historical events, tortures, and ghostly encounters. With immersive storytelling, this tour captivates young minds while revealing the darker side of Edinburgh’s history. Suitable for children over 5, it’s a memorable adventure filled with intriguing artifacts and spine-tingling stories.

You can check availability for your dates here: