Located in edinburgh, near national museum of scotland, royal mile and the real mary kings close, niddry street apartments edinburgh features free wifi. Jan 18, 2020 the tour has got to be the best in edinburgh its full of history we went to the 10pm under ground tour with our guide andrea she was really knowledgable about the history above ground and underground she made this tour the best i have seen in a while she is a real credit to your tour company. On the 7th of november 2011 the epi conducted a scientific investigation at the niddry street vaults in edinburgh. Blair street underground vaults edinburgh, scotland atlas. Since then we have been offering a wide range of underground and graveyard tours to visitors from all over the world. Niddry street vaults ghost hunts, edinburgh, scotland. Blair street underground vaults edinburgh, scotland. South bridge vaults edinburgh edinburgh tours and history. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a fireplace, a seating area with a sofa, a flatscreen tv, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower. The vaults were first opened during the 18 th century when edinburgh was in a period of unprecedented growth. A man by the name of the watcher has been sighted and. These vaults were once a breeding ground for criminals before one vault was transformed into a genuine witches temple used by edinburgh witches.
About us edinburgh vaults unusual venues edinburgh. Niddry street apartments offers accommodation adjacent to royal mile, in edinburgh s historic old town. If you take a ghost tour with auld reekie tours in edinburgh, you can step below the city streets and explore the niddry street vaults. Apr 12, 2017 niddry street is considered one of the most active locations in the uk, with an unprecedented number of paranormal events being reported. There is no venue more edinburgh than the caves, or more scottish, if you consider there was once so much whisky stored here that it became known as whisky row. Join one of our costumed guides to find out why as they travel into edinburgh s former slums, telling you all about the history of niddry street vaults and interesting facts about the city of auld reekie.
Nov 04, 2008 the team is in edinburgh to investigate the niddry street vaults where witches, poltergeists and an evil misogynist await. Dark as the devils heart, visit our haunted underground vaults that date back to the 1700s. But what lay in store for real or otherside as we ventured under the streets of edinburgh in to the infamous niddry street vaults the investigation booked as part of the birthday celebrations for rick, cofounder of real or otherside, we had sole access to all areas of the vaults from 11pm until 4am on saturday 9 th june. Learn the grim history of greyfriars kirkyard, where quiet and unquiet souls have rested since the 16th century, and gothic monuments rear against the gloomy sky. The true history of the blair street underground vaults is terrifying enough so abandon thoughts of manufactured frights and makebelieve.
The edinburgh vaults, excavated in 1985, is a labyrinth of vaulted rooms and old dwelling spaces which have a dark, claustrophobic and damp atmosphere. Apart from lighting, our vaults have remained mostly unchanged since they were built in the 1700s. Thousands of facts presented in a timeordered manner. The areas natural beauty can be seen at princes street gardens and calton hill, while edinburgh castle and edinburgh playhouse theatre are cultural highlights. The caves venue edinburgh edinburgh old town unusual. The creepy vaults actually date back to the 1700s, and were formed when south bridge was built overhead, forming a series of underground chambers beneath the arches. If you are still up for more, then the niddry street vaults should be on your todo list as well. Dec 17, 2018 4 niddry street south, old town, metres from royal mile. Far below edinburgh s bustling city streets lie the edinburgh vaults a series of dark chambers formed under the 19 arches of the south bridge in the late 18th century. Hundreds of tonnes of rubble were removed by hand and several interesting artifacts were discovered including thousands of oyster shells, which were part of the staple diet of the edinburgh working class. Auld reekie tours are a 4 star visitor attraction located in the centre of edinburgh s old town, and are open all all year round. Auld reekie tours family owned and operated underground and. Niddry street vaults ghost hunt edinburgh 25th july.
Well known locations with less well known ghosts include dirleton castle, greyfriars kirkyard, craigmillar castle and st andrews castle. Located in edinburgh s old town neighborhood, niddry street apartments is in the historical district. The wauchope family owned the majority of the area up to the 1930s. Hear tales of the paranormal activity and ghostly apparitions that are said to haunt these vaults. Haunted underground edinburgh niddry street vaults.
The horrifying history of niddry street vaults in edinburgh. Marlins wynd 34a blair street edinburgh eh1 1qr tel. Edinburgh underground vaults walking tour edinburgh. Then on to the infamous and haunted niddry street underground vaults. Oct 31, 2018 accounts of ghost attacks in niddry street vaults. Edinburghs south bridge is a monumental, albeit fundamentally flawed, feat of 18th century engineering and design. Underground vaults historical walking tour in edinburgh 2020. Walk on through the darkening night to the niddry street vaults that stretch below the city. The vaults damp and dirty walls hold a myriad of supposed sightings and supernatural occurrences that defy explanation. Edinburgh s south bridge is a monumental, albeit fundamentally flawed, feat of 18th century engineering and design. Special offers on all restaurants reservations near niddry street vaults edinburgh in edinburgh, choose from a massive range of edinburgh restaurants. A history of edinburghs hidden vaults and tunnels the. Spooky things to do in edinburgh scotland wandering crystal. The edinburgh vaults or south bridge vaults are a series of chambers formed in the nineteen arches of the south bridge in edinburgh, scotland, which was completed in 1788.
Your knowledgeable guide takes you to greyfriars kirkyard, home of the famous greyfriars bobby nice dog who had cocked his leg where rotting corpses lay below and whose names were made famous in many novels and history books, sending chills down many a readers spine. The place name is believed to be of brythonic origin, nuada tref meaning new settlement. Now, if you enjoy your history, like i do, its actually quite an informative tour. The creepy vaults actually date back to the 1700s, and were formed when south bridge was built overhead. However, the vaults soon become a criminal underworld. Reports of nasty entities are common place after visiting niddry street. Another section of the south bridge vaults off niddry street is. We offer a range of both historical and ghost tours both above and below ground, with an option of multilingual guides when requested, children tours and a tour and dine partnership with one of scotlands most haunted pub, the banshee labyrinth. See ratings, view photos and see whats nearby on whatsonhub. Visit the infamous vaults hidden under the south bridge in edinburghs old town. Most haunted the niddry street vaults tv episode 2008. Hotels and airbnbs near niddry street vaults edinburgh. Edinburgh hotel hotels in edinburgh boutique edinburgh. It is the kind of apartment that you would like to own and is a perfect retreat for both long and short stays.
Auld reekie tours edinburgh 2020 all you need to know. Jan 18, 2012 somemore short film from niddry st vaults in edinburgh scoland. It is no surprise that the edinburgh vaults have become world famous for being one of the most haunted locations. Book your edinburgh vaults tickets online and skiptheline. All edinburgh hotels edinburgh hotel deals last minute hotels in edinburgh by hotel type by hotel class by hotel brand popular amenities popular neighbourhoods popular edinburgh categories near train stations near airports near colleges. Once home to the destitute, prostitutes, criminals, witches and a hellfire club, and is possessed by something evil that awaits you. A history of edinburgh s hidden vaults and tunnels. Bloody history of the edinburgh vaults, most haunted place in. A history of the city, as one might expect, begins with the citys ancient history stone and bronze ages and proceeds through to the dawn of the 21st century. Niddry street vaults ghost hunts your ghost hunt at niddry street vaults dating back to the 1700s these slums of edinburgh city where murder, misery and unnatural death was rife, since the vaults were rediscovered in 1985 they have a reputation which has built to be one of the most haunted places in scotland. This 3 bedroom apartment is beautifully furnished and set right in the heart of the old town. The edinburgh vaults or south bridge vaults are a series of chambers formed in the nineteen.
For around 30 years, the vaults were used to house taverns, workshops for cobblers and other tradesmen, as well as storage space for said merchants. Much like our previous two suggestions, the niddry street vaults have quite a reputation in scotland too, as they were featured in british tv shows such as most haunted and joe swash believes in ghosts. Edinburgh vaults news newspapers books scholar jstor april 2016 learn how and when to remove this template message. Of all the edinburgh ghosts, the niddry street vaults is by far the most popular, and the amount of paranormal activity reported herein almost unheard of. The city of edinburgh is well known for its dark, dimly lit atmospheric streets and eerie buildings, join dusk till dawn events in one of the most reputedly haunted underground places, as we take you ghost hunting, overnight inside the niddry street vaults which can be found deep down beneath edinburgh. The caves 810 niddry street south edinburgh eh1 1ns tel. Join our spooky ghost tours this halloween, for a unique experience in edinburgh s blair street underground vaults led by our expert storytellers. Edinburgh underground vaults walking tour edinburgh expedia. Haunted vaults and graveyard walking tour in edinburgh. The way in which the vaults were used in the 1800s was disgusting, yes, but its part of the rich history of edinburgh, which is half the reason we visited the city in the first place. From taverns and tradesmens workshops, a red light district and even, a rumoured hunting ground for serial killers burk and hare each vault has its place in history and a story to tell. Vaults are accessed via a 2 foot tall step and have further steps inside. Due to the historic nature of the vaults, they are not wheelchair accessible. Our venues form part of the legendary edinburgh vaults a distinct series of chambers formed in the 19 arches of the south bridge.
Also check out mary kings close another fantastic haunted location too. Whether youre looking for a great selfcatering apartment to stay at while in edinburgh on business or a fun family location with access to all the hotspots, choose a our apartment for an edinburgh experience you wont forget. See whats going on at murrayfield stadium or musselburgh racecourse. Restaurants near niddry street vaults edinburgh in edinburgh. Niddry street vaults ghost hunt edinburgh dusk till. Ghost hunting and paranormal ghost hunts in the underground vaults of niddry street, dare you stand in the cursed stone circle and attempt ghostly interaction with the ghosts of niddry street vaults on your ghost hunting event at edinburgh s premier ghost hunting location. Niddry street vaults are one of 3 vaults beneath edinburgh.
Only two of these high points are visible in the city centre today castle hill, atop which sits edinburgh castle, and calton hill. A history of edinburghs hidden vaults and tunnels hidden beneath scotlands historic capital city lies a veritable warren of chambers and passageways, some of them wellknown, others longforgotten. The five most haunted places in scotland have been named. Niddry street apartments edinburgh, edinburgh updated 2020.
The vaults were initially intended to house taverns and cobblers and other above. The vaults entered from the east side of the bridge via niddry street all feed off a passageway that runs up the back of the buildings. Niddry street vaults youve probably heard of the notorious burke and hare, edinburgh s body snatchers and serial killers, well the niddry street vaults are reportedly where they killed and then stored most of their victims bodies. At least 2 people have to attend for the the tour to go ahead. View your guide for pubs and bars, restaurants, clubs. The book abounds in facts concerning people, locations, policies, events, etc. So, the tour immediately catered to my geeky tendencies. Located in edinburgh s old town neighbourhood, niddry street apartments is in the historical district. A watcher similar to mr boots blair street vaults has been witnessed in these vaults, although he does not interact with those who see him. Dark as the devils heart, visit our haunted underground vaults and hear tales of the sinister history and paranormal. Niddry street vaults ghost hunts, edinburgh, scotland ghost hunts. The family home niddrie marischal house was immediately west of the present day jack kane centre sports complex in hunters hall. Niddry street vaults ghost hunts edinburgh, scotland.
Hear tales of the paranormal activity and ghostly apparitions that are said. Niddry street vaults, edinburgh paranormal investigation. Bloody history of the edinburgh vaults, most haunted place. One level below was space dedicated to workshops, and just below those was a level with 120 rooms dedicated as living space. Youve probably heard of the notorious burke and hare, edinburghs body snatchers and serial killers, well the niddry street vaults are reportedly where they killed and then stored most of their victims bodies. The rowantree 253255 the cowgate edinburgh eh1 1nn tel. The caves is a truly unique venue that makes up the substructure of the 18th century south bridge. The city of edinburgh is well known for its dark, dimly lit atmospheric streets and eerie buildings, join dusk till dawn events in one of the most reputedly haunted underground places, as we take you ghost hunting, overnight inside the niddry street vaults which can be found deep down beneath edinburghs south bridge. Another section of these vaults can be accessed from niddry street in the old town area of edinburgh. Its one of edinburghs most haunted sites, where restless spirits still tread.
A daytime walking tour of edinburghs most haunted vaults and were the only people with access. This beautifully decorated split level duplex truly is a hidden gem in the heart of the city. Its one of edinburgh s most haunted sites, where restless spirits still tread. Entrance to the first floor apartment is through a private stairway, which gives both added security and a sense of privacy from the hustle and bustle of the city. Street level of the edinburgh vaults was dedicated to the store fronts, where visitors could browse the markets for goods and visit the taverns for a drink. Niddry street apartments edinburgh this neighbourhood is a great choice for travellers interested in old town exploring, pubs and architecture check location 5 niddry street, old town, edinburgh, eh1 1lg, united kingdom this neighbourhood is a great choice for travellers interested in old town exploring, pubs and architecture check location excellent location show map.
Children under 5 years of age go free of charge but you take them on this tour at your own discretion. The guide will enlighten you to the dark history of these former slum dwellings, home to the poor and destitute as well as a criminal underworld. Dating back to the 1700s these slums of edinburgh city where murder, misery and unnatural death was rife, since the vaults were rediscovered in 1985 they have a reputation which has built to be one of the most haunted places in scotland. The team is in edinburgh to investigate the niddry street vaults where witches, poltergeists and an evil misogynist await. Then on to the infamous and haunted niddry street underground vaults, most h. Auld reekie tours 45 niddry street, edinburgh, midlothian. Another section of the south bridge vaults off niddry street is preserved and open for guided ghost tours. We are the only tour company that owns its own vaults, having exclusive use of them. The true history of the blair street underground vaults is terrifying enough so. Set out on a walking tour of underground edinburgh with a professional guide and learn about this subterranean expansion of historic old town. Then on to the infamous and haunted niddry street underground vaults, most haunted place in edinburgh and probably one of the scariest in the world.