Overview
Transport yourself back to the darkest moments in the Scotland’s history within the deep depths of the Edinburgh Dungeon. Live actors, shows, a spooky ride and interactive special effects ensure that you face your fears head on in this unique experience. Everything that you see is based on real historical events from the gruesome tale of Burke & Hare, to Edinburgh’s Great Fire, torture and the plague. With a chilling boat ride into the lair of cannibal Sawney Bean the Edinburgh Dungeon provides a thrilling and fun experience that will leave you screaming for more! A day out for the family based on pain, fear, torture and death … are you brave enough?
1646, and you find yourself in the mysterious Mary King’s Close where the stench of the poor souls abandoned to die of the plague is overpowering. You are chilled to the very bone, when suddenly you are confronted by a vengeful ghostly presence that leaves you paralysed by fear…will you escape?
Please Note: The Dungeon is not recommended for those of a nervous disposition or very young children. Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Opening Times
Open seven days a week – excluding Christmas day.
1st November – 9th March:
11am – 4pm (last admission) weekdays
11.30pm – 4.30pm (last admission) weekends
10th March – 29th June:
10am – 5pm (last admission)
30th June – 2nd September:
10am – 7pm (last admission)
3rd September – 26th October:
10am – 5pm (last admission)
27th October – 31st October:
10am - 6pm (last admission)
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