Step into Edinburgh’s murky history with a timed-entry ticket to The Edinburgh Dungeon—an immersive, theatrical experience best for ages 8 and up.
Head to the main entrance of The Edinburgh Dungeon and show your ticket. After a quick check-in, you’ll be directed inside, within your chosen 15-min slot. The team will walk you through what to expect before things kick off.
The Edinburgh Dungeon brings Scotland’s grimmer moments to life with live actors, interactive scenes, and dramatic effects. It’s weird, wild, and a surprisingly fun way to meet the city’s most infamous characters.
Features
Live actor shows: Watch creepy performances that bring history to life. Meet Burke and Hare in their body-snatching scheme, face the Plague Doctor’s bizarre cures, survive Sawney Bean’s cannibal clan, and get judged for 17th-century crimes!
Themed sets and special effects: Wander through moody, detailed spaces filled with eerie lighting, creepy sound effects, and immersive storytelling.
Age recommendation: Best for ages 8 and up—spooky enough to thrill older kids, fun enough for grown-ups, and great for families and groups.
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Sharp metallic tools or objects, drones, alcohol, smoke bombs, fireworks, glass bottles, illegal substances, rollerblades, skateboards, scooters, and large bags are not allowed on this experience.
Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
Safety is a priority, so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 4 years.
Entry for kids under 15 without guardians is not included with these tickets.
Please be advised that the lift is currently out of service. During this time, the venue is unable to admit any guests who require accessible access.
People with back issues and pregnant people are restricted from participating in certain shows of this experience.
Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
Facilities: restroom.
Guests aged 16 or 17 are required to present ID or a parent/guardian’s written permission.
The recommended age to visit the dungeon is 8 and above.
Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.
