Greyfriars Graveyard

Enjoy tours galore this spooky season

From hidden histories and eerie tales, to unexpected sights and fascinating local discoveries, October is the perfect time to see the familiar in a whole new light. With exclusive offers for EH residents, you can enjoy fantastic savings on a range of tours that reveal the city’s lesser-known stories, and bring its past to life.

Whether you’re in the mood for a spine-tingling adventure, or exploring somewhere new, there’s no better time to discover a different side of your city – all for less.


Mercat Tours

Tour guide holding a torch with a tour group outside Mercat Tours
©Mercat Tours

Since 1985, Mercat Tours have been enthralling both residents and visitors to Edinburgh with walking tours exploring the city’s rich history.

Join them for one of their history walks exploring the historic Royal Mile and Old Town, or a ghost tour revealing Edinburgh’s dark and sinister side, and experience the city’s stories for yourself.  

  • Learn more and save with £2.00 discount on adult tickets on all tours.
  • Bookings can be made on Mercat Tours using code FOREVEREH in the promo box.
  • This reward is valid until 31 December 2026.
  • Explore the Mercat Tours offer.

Friends of Greyfriars Kirkyard

People at a tour of Greyfriars Kirkyard
© Mark Hatton

Situated in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, Greyfriars Kirk was founded in 1620. A guided tour of the surrounding kirkyard reveals a fascinating insight into its history, meaning and mystery.

Through their guided tours, local charity, Friends of Greyfriars Kirkyard, aim to share their knowledge of the kirkyard’s amazing history, importance and artistry.

  • For local community groups, history societies, work colleagues or students in Edinburgh who wish to learn more about this valuable place of local history, Friends of Greyfriars Kirkyard offer free guided tours of Greyfriars Kirkyard.
  • Enquiries can be made via the website, Friends of Greyfriars Kirkyard.
  • This reward is valid until 30 December 2026.
  • Explore the Friends of Greyfriars Kirkyard offer.

Edinburgh Dungeon

A brooding man sitting in front of lit candles, and a nun holding her head in the background.
© The Edinburgh Dungeon

Are you brave enough to take on the ultimate underground journey through Edinburgh’s darkest history?

Featuring live actors, theatrical sets and thrilling rides, Edinburgh Dungeon offers an immersive experience through the city’s dark past – complete with lots of fun-filled jumpy moments!

Please note, age restrictions apply.


Edinburgh Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour

Tour Guide dressed as witch
© Lewis Burzynski

Walk the haunted heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and uncover the chilling true stories of Scotland’s accused witches on this atmospheric walking tour.

Guided by a characterful costumed storyteller, uncover the chilling and often tragic true stories of Scotland’s accused witches – their lives, their trials, and the injustices they endured.

Please note, age restrictions apply.


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