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Historic Underground: Blair Street Underground Vaults

Learn history, hear stories, and visit the hidden vaults in Edinburgh.

  1. Duration: 1h 15mins

  2. Max group size: 18

  3. Live guide: English

Registered address: 28 Blair St, EH1 1QR, Edinburgh, GB
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Included

  • Entrance to the Blair Street Underground Vaults
  • Live guide in English
  • Audio headset

Meeting point

High Street, EH1 1RF, Edinburgh

Go to the meeting point (Mercat Cross, High Street) and show your smartphone ticket.

Explore the Blair Street Underground Vaults, Edinburgh’s largest underground cavern system from the 18th century, located beneath South Bridge.

This is an exclusive tour provided by Mercat Tours. A guide will lead you through the vaults, sharing stories about its preserved history and the impoverished people who lived there.

The tour includes details on Georgian history, engineering, the city’s growth, and the individuals who sought shelter in these hidden spaces. Discover the reasons behind the vaults' construction and their real historical use, all while having a great time!

  • Cancellation is possible until 24 hours before your visit.
  • Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit.

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