Edinburgh: Comedy Horror Ghost Bus Tour

4.4 out of 5 stars
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3143 reviews
Activity provider:
The Ghost Bus Tours Ltd
Edinburgh: Comedy Horror Ghost Bus Tour
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
3143 reviews
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Experience Edinburgh’s spooks and ghosts on a guided bus tour, riding to the dark side on board an elegantly refurbished vintage double-decker bus. A strange conductor will tell stories of executions, murders and still-occurring hauntings.

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Duration 75 minutes
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Live tour guide
English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Aimee – United States

This was SO fun! very cute way to see the city ; a few mild jump scares included but there were many children in the tour who tolerated well so I think it's a must for everyone!

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5 out of 5 stars
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Stine – Denmark

Creeped out and cracking up – 10/10! Our guide was like a Victorian ghost with a comedy degree. Perfect balance of spooky stories, weird history, and dramatic flair. I may never walk past an alley the same way again. Highly recommend – if you dare. A unique way to see the city. Would 100% do it again, even though I’m now afraid of shadows and moderately old buildings.

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Highlights

  • Enjoy a comedy horror sightseeing show through Edinburgh
  • Get spooked, learning about the most haunted city in Europe
  • Explore city sights, where the restless spirits still wander
  • Ride the midnight black Ghost Bus and learn about the legend of Burke and Hare

Full description

Enjoy a theatrical sightseeing tour of Edinburgh onboard the Ghost Bus, a beautifully refurbished vintage double-decker, painted in traditional midnight black.
Learn about Edinburgh’s grave robbers, plague victims, and the ghosts that reside in the most haunted city in Europe. Explore the city's gruesome past, while admiring its most famous monuments, including Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, Greyfriar's Kirk, Holyrood Palace, and the Royal Mile.

As you traverse the Old Town and New Town, visit the sites of murders, tortures, and executions. Hear about the infamous Burke and Hare, and the hundreds of women who were drowned or burned as witches.

The bus, which belonged to the Necropolis Bus Company, boasts decorative features that include atmospheric lamps and window curtains. In 1967, the entire fleet was destroyed in a mysterious fire, and only one bus survived.

Includes

  • Admission fees
  • Bus tour
  • Live guide

Meeting point

7-9 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EG. Just outside the Edinburgh Central Library. Please arrive on time. The tour cannot wait for late arrivals and they cannot be admitted once the show has started.

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Food and drinks
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Smoking in the vehicle
  • Video recording

Know before you go

  • Please note that the tours are conducted in English.
  • The Ghost Bus can take no responsibility for items left on the bus. Personal items are carried at the owner's risk and The Ghost Bus can take no responsibility for items damaged or lost
  • Smoking, eating, and drinks, other than bottled water, are not permitted on the bus.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5
4.4 out of 5 stars

based on 3143 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Aimee – United StatesJune 20, 2025 – Verified booking
This was SO fun! very cute way to see the city ; a few mild jump scares included but there were many children in the tour who tolerated well so I think it's a must for everyone!
5
5 out of 5 stars
S
Stine – DenmarkJune 13, 2025 – Verified booking
Creeped out and cracking up – 10/10! Our guide was like a Victorian ghost with a comedy degree. Perfect balance of spooky stories, weird history, and dramatic flair. I may never walk past an alley the same way again. Highly recommend – if you dare. A unique way to see the city. Would 100% do it again, even though I’m now afraid of shadows and moderately old buildings.
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Kristen – United StatesJune 12, 2025 – Verified booking
Our guide (Timothy Terror, I believe) was great. He was very enthusiastic and shared a lot of interesting information.

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Activity provider:
The Ghost Bus Tours Ltd

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