City of the Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour
Black Hart Entertainment / City of the Dead • Professional company
City of the Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour
By Black Hart Entertainment / City of the Dead • Professional company
Book NowAbout the show
City of the Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour is a ninety-minute walking horror experience starting outside St Giles Cathedral, presented by Black Hart Entertainment. Researched and designed by historical author and novelist J A Henderson, the tour combines the weirdest stories, wickedest humour and wildest history of Edinburgh, with sole access to the Covenanters' Prison and the Mackenzie Poltergeist — described as the world's best documented supernatural case. The tour has been shortlisted for the Screamie Awards three times and won ScareTour's Best Ghost Tour Award.
Why see this show?
Ninety minutes of genuine Edinburgh darkness, with sole access to the Covenanters' Prison and the Mackenzie Poltergeist — the world's best documented supernatural case. Researched by a historical novelist and delivered with wickedness and wit, this is far more than a standard ghost walk.
Saturday 2 - Saturday 23 August 2025
All performances at 21:00
10 performances
90 minutes
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
£19 (17)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the tour?
The tour runs for 90 minutes.
Where does it start?
The tour starts outside St Giles Cathedral as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What is the age guidance?
The tour is recommended for audiences aged 12 and over.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £19 (£17 concession).
What content warnings apply?
Audience members will be standing throughout and are required to walk or move around during the tour. The experience contains distressing or potentially triggering themes.
What makes this tour distinctive?
The tour offers sole access to the Covenanters' Prison and the Mackenzie Poltergeist — described as the world's best documented supernatural case — and is researched and designed by a historical author and novelist.
About This Performance
City of the Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour is a events performance at Outside St Giles Cathedral during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 90 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
Experience the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.
Venue: Outside St Giles Cathedral
Outside St Giles Cathedral is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.
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Booking Information
Ticket Prices: From £19
Age Guidance: 12+
Content Warnings: Audience will be standing throughout, Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, Audience required to walk or move around during the performance
Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.
Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025
Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.City of the Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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