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Auld Reekie Tours (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Auld Reekie Tours?

85%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 85% Solo-Friendly: A solo traveler can easily join frequent 60-minute group vault tours for £22, meet others, enjoy engaging ghost stories, and face no age or access restrictions that would add extra planning burden.

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Reviews4.7/ 5
(from 1,829 reviews)

Positives:

  • Social setting: Small-group tours help solo travelers meet new people
  • Central location: The start point is a short walk from Edinburgh’s Royal Mile

Challenges:

  • Narrow stairs: Vaults are reached by steep, uneven steps
  • Fixed schedule: Tours depart every 30 minutes; missing a slot may mean waiting
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What is Auld Reekie Tours?

  • A guided-tour company based in the 18th-century South Bridge vaults beneath Edinburgh’s Old Town
  • A licensed operator running multiple themed tours—from historical vault explorations to after-dark ghost and medieval torture presentations
  • A venue comprising authentic subterranean chambers, original stonework and adjacent Greyfriars heritage sites, managed by Auld Reekie Tours

What is so special about Auld Reekie Tours for solo trip?

  1. Small-group underground tours perfect for solo exploration
  2. Meet other travelers in a social, guided setting
  3. Multiple tour options from historical vaults to haunted night walks
  4. Central start point within walking distance of major attractions

Recommended visit duration: 1.5-2.5 hours

Why 1.5-2.5 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Tours run for about 60 minutes; extra time covers check-in and small-group mingling

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Solo-Friendly Activities in Auld Reekie Tours

Shared Vaults Tour:

Join up to 16 guests under South Bridge to see 1700s slum rooms, a witchcraft altar and a stone circle.

Tip: Book a morning or afternoon slot to meet fellow travelers and arrive 15 minutes early for check-in

Vaults & Graveyard Tour:

Hear ghost stories in Greyfriars Bobby’s cemetery, then explore the underground vaults.

Tip: Book the 5:30 PM or 6:00 PM start time in advance for best availability

The Terror Tour:

View a medieval torture display before entering the haunted vaults after dark.

Tip: This is over-18s only and quite intense—prepare for jumps and tight stairs

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Auld Reekie Tours

  1. Book online: Reserve your ticket in advance to secure your preferred time
  2. Arrive early: Show up 15 minutes before departure to check in and choose a good spot
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Reviews of Auld Reekie Tours

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Arianna Stech

Arianna Stech

Aug 2025

Our guide Ally was a great storyteller, very available for any questions and recommendations. Also a very entertaining tour, with lots of good jokes by our guide. The overall tour lives up to expectations of both spookiness and curiosities.

Chelsea Allcock

Chelsea Allcock

Jul 2025

Booked the Terror tour decently last minute didn't have high expectations going in, but Darren our guide was wonderful! Easy to understand, great tone changes really added to the affect on the story telling, seemed well versed on Edinburgh unsavoury past, and very engaging. I knew the jump scares were coming but still kept me on my toes. A guided tour is the only way to see the vaults so I recomme...

Trevor Harris

Trevor Harris

Jul 2025

The first 20 minutes above ground were quite entertaining. The guide was entertaining and knowledgeable. Once we entered the actual vaults it became apparent that each vault was pretty much the same with little or nothing to see. The guide tried to make it entertaining with 'spooky' stories, but there is very little actual substance to the tour. There are much better underground tours in Edinburgh...

Julia Flint

Julia Flint

Jul 2025

Had a lovely time with their Terror Tours, Louisa was an incredible guide. Funny and charming, and was willing to chat with us between segments and answer questions. I wouldn’t say it was anything too scary, comparatively, even for being 18+. They didn't talk about the serial killers or visit the graveyard, it focused more on the witch hunts, the history of torture, and stories of people who lived...

Gergana Slavova

Gergana Slavova

Jul 2025

We had a great time with James today! He was so energetic that you can't help but get into the spirit of it all. We had a somewhat short walk from the meeting place to the entrance of the vaults but he kept the group engaged by stopping at some quiet places and giving us great stories about Edinburgh's history. Going down into the vaults requires a bunch of steps but we had a few folks with canes...

When is the best time to visit Auld Reekie Tours (Edinburgh, United Kingdom)?

Winter evening tours feel darker and more atmospheric—dress warmly. In summer book early as slots fill fast.

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Typical Budget for Solo Traveler (1 Adult)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Shared Vaults TourGBP 22
Vaults & Graveyard TourGBP 24
The Terror TourGBP 24
Total EstimatedGBP 70

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Auld Reekie Tours

Address: 45 Niddry St, Edinburgh EH1 1LG, UK

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About Auld Reekie Tours

Opening Hours

Monday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+44 131 557 4700

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