Scottish Witch Trials
EDINBURGH WALKING TOUR
Join our expert guide for a 2-hour historical walking tour
and explore the people, places, and powerful stories behind Scotland’s witch trials.
🕒 2 Hours
Walking Tour
🗺️ Expert-Led
Historical Guide
📍 Edinburgh Old Town
Historic Locations
£ From £20
Per Person
Have a Question About the Scottish Witch Trials Tour?
A Fascinating Journey
Through Edinburgh’s Past
Step into the darker side of Edinburgh’s history and
discover the real events, people and places connected
to Scotland’s witch trials. This is a historical experience
led by passionate, knowledgeable guides – not just
another ghost tour.
🟢 Hear the stories of those accused of witchcraft
🟢 Explore historic locations in Edinburgh’s Old Town
🟢 Learn about the real history behind the witch trials
🟢 Discover fascinating facts often overlooked
🟢 Expert storytelling that brings history to life
👥 500+
Tours Delivered
⭐ 4.9 ★
Guest Rating
🏰Expert Guides
Passionate About History
🌾Authentic Experiences
Small Groups
What Our Guests Say
A fascinating experience from start to finish. Our guide brought Edinburgh’s witch trial history to life with incredible stories and details we would never have discovered ourselves.
Oliver BennettAbsolutely brilliant walking tour. The stories were engaging, informative and genuinely atmospheric. A must-do experience for anyone interested in Edinburgh’s history.
Charlotte WilsonOne of the best historical tours we’ve taken in Edinburgh. Excellent storytelling, fascinating locations and a very knowledgeable guide. Highly recommended.
Daniel RobertsClarity Backed by Expertise
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The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and takes you through Edinburgh’s Old Town, exploring the people, places and events connected to Scotland’s witch trials.
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The tour is suitable for older children and families who are interested in history. Please note that the subject matter includes historical accounts of witchcraft accusations, trials and executions, which may be unsettling for younger children.
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Tickets start from £20 per person. Prices and availability may vary depending on the selected tour date, so we recommend checking the booking page for the latest availability.
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No. This is primarily a historical walking tour, not a ghost tour. We focus on the real people, places and events connected to Scotland’s witch trials, separating historical fact from the myths and legends that have developed over time.
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The tour takes place in Edinburgh’s historic Old Town. Your booking confirmation will provide the exact meeting point and any arrival instructions before the tour.
Explore the Real History of Scotland’s Witch Trials
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Continue the Scottish Witch Trials Experience
Want to take your Scottish Witch Trials experience even further? Our partners at Scottish Odyssey continue the story from 3pm with an immersive experience featuring Tullibole Castle, a fireside chat, the Witches Maze, a candlelit lantern walk and atmospheric bonfire stories.
Explore the second part of the experience