Description

Unlock the secrets of Edinburgh’s deepest and largest vaults with a history tour that takes you beneath the city’s bustling streets. The Blair Street Underground Vaults, built in the eighteenth century beneath South Bridge, are the oldest and deepest system of underground caverns in Edinburgh, and this is the only walking tour with access.

Beneath the surface, you will discover a dark, damp world that has remained unchanged for centuries. Step into the depths of the vaults on a multi-sensory journey through perfectly preserved history and learn how these chambers became home to the city’s most destitute inhabitants. Breathe in the scent of Edinburgh’s past as storytellers share vivid accounts of life within the vaults, revealing the city’s history in unforgettable detail.

This is more than just a walking tour; it is an immersive experience that engages all the senses. The story is rooted in Edinburgh’s Georgian past, with grand feats of engineering, the expansion of the city and the tales of those left behind in its darker corners. All your questions will be answered during the Historic Vaults tour, where the history of the
underground vaults is brought to life. Continue your journey in the Vaults Museum, where authentic artefacts and interactive displays provide further insight into the vaults’ past

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