Old Town Witches Tour and Underground Vault
Step into Scotland’s mysterious past on this immersive walking tour through Edinburgh’s atmospheric Old Town. A character guide leads the way through winding closes and cobblestone streets, blending storytelling and history for an engaging experience. Expect tales of Scotland’s real-life witches, their daily lives, and the injustices they faced during periods of fear and accusation. Fans of Outlander and Harry Potter may also enjoy surprising connections to beloved characters and lore.
The tour concludes with an exclusive visit to The Lost Close, a recently uncovered underground site hidden since the Great Fire of 1824. In an eighteenth-century vault dating back to 1742, the final stories unfold, offering a rare glimpse into Edinburgh’s buried past and a fitting end to this atmospheric journey. This is a shared group experience beginning in the heart of the Old Town.
Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
A storytelling walking tour that uncovers the history of real-life witches and shares connections to Outlander and Harry Potter.
Step into Scotland’s mysterious past on this immersive walking tour through Edinburgh’s atmospheric Old Town. A character guide leads the way through winding closes and cobblestone streets, blending storytelling and history for an engaging experience. Expect tales of Scotland’s real-life witches, their daily lives, and the injustices they faced during periods of fear and accusation. Fans of Outlander and Harry Potter may also enjoy surprising connections to beloved characters and lore.
The tour concludes with an exclusive visit to The Lost Close, a recently uncovered underground site hidden since the Great Fire of 1824. In an eighteenth-century vault dating back to 1742, the final stories unfold, offering a rare glimpse into Edinburgh’s buried past and a fitting end to this atmospheric journey. This is a shared group experience beginning in the heart of the Old Town.
Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
