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Private Aberdeen Dark Side Walking Tour

Location Aberdeen, Northeast Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom
$184.05
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Overview

Aberdeen's shadowy past awaits you on this captivating Dark Side Walking Tour, where history unfolds through the tales of murderers, witches, and the city's darker secrets. Over the course of 1.5 hours, a knowledgeable local guide will lead you through the chilling narrative of Aberdeen's history.

  • 🕵️‍♂️ Private Aberdeen Dark Side Walking Tour: Enjoy an intimate experience with a dedicated guide who will share the spine-tingling stories of the city's past.
  • 📍 Meet Your Guide: Begin your journey outside the Tolbooth Museum, where your guide will introduce you to the eerie history of Aberdeen.
  • 🏰 Castlegate Exploration: Wander through Castlegate and uncover the reasons behind the disappearance of Aberdeen's castle.
  • ⏳ Journey to Heading Hill: Visit the unassuming Heading Hill, once the site of some of Aberdeen's bloodiest events.
  • 🍻 Saltoun Arms Stories: Hear the chilling tale of a murder that occurred in this cozy pub, revealing its haunting history.
  • 📜 Discover Souterrains: Learn about the mysterious souterrain and how this street's significance has evolved over time.
  • ⛪ Kirk of St. Nicholas: Admire the oldest kirk in Aberdeen and discover the fascinating reasons behind its dedication to St. Nicholas.
  • 🌳 Secrets of The Green: Explore The Green and uncover the hidden stories of Aedie's House and the forgotten souls of the past.
  • 🏁 Tour Conclusion: Conclude your tour outside the Exchange Bar, where you'll hear the poignant story of Brother Francis.

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Private Aberdeen Dark Side Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

  • Friendly local guide!
  • Admissions into any buildings or other sites of interest

Meeting point
Please meet your guide outside the Wig Bar on Castle Street five minutes before your tour is due to start. Your guide will be wearing a bright orange jacket
Return details
The tour will finish outside the Exchange Bar on Exchange Street

  • The Tolbooth Museum
    Meet your guide outside the Tolbooth Museum for an introduction of the dark history of Aberdeen
  • Castlegate
    Explore the area of Castlegate with your local guide and learn why Aberdeen's castle is no longer standing
  • Discover the unassuming Heading Hill, and travel back in time to when this ground would have been some of the bloodiest in Aberdeen
  • Saltoun Arms
    Hear about the bone-chilling murder that took place in this cosy pub
  • Learn the origins of this deceptive name, and the ghastly things that happened here
  • Discover exactly what a souterrain was, and how this street has changed throughout history
  • Kirk of St. Nicholas
    Look upon the oldest kirk in Aberdeen and learn why the church is dedicated to St Nicholas
  • The Green
    Explore the Green and hear about the secrets of Aedie's House and those who have been forgotton
  • End the tour outside the Exchange Bar and the sad story of Brother Francis

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Private Aberdeen Dark Side Walking Tour

    Location Aberdeen, Northeast Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom
    $184.05
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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