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The Edinburgh Dungeon

31 Market Street, Edinburgh EHI IQB, Scotland (Castle/Royal Mile/High St)
0131 240 1001
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Ranked #30 of 175 attractions in Edinburgh
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Type: Amusement/ Theme Parks
Owner description: Nobody tells stories like we do: exciting, scary and bloody funny. With a full cast of brilliant actors, authentic sets, special effects and two... more » Owner description: Nobody tells stories like we do: exciting, scary and bloody funny. With a full cast of brilliant actors, authentic sets, special effects and two awesome rides, we'll take you on a unique thrill-filled journey through 1000 years of Scotland's murky past.We've got a full cast of infamous villains, rogues and rascals that can't wait to meet you. Local cannibal Sawney Bean is waiting to pick your brains, serial killers Burke and Hare have body issues and warrior hero William Wallace is in pieces.Plus, see the back-breaking work that goes on in the torture chamber, sense a ghostly presence in Mary King's Close and feel the effects of the plague. Literally.Now in its 12th year, the Dungeon is better, bolder and funnier for 2013. It's an 80 minute experience you won't want to miss. Are you ready for this? « less
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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

The Edinburgh Dungeons was a great way to spend a hour or so and do something a bit different from the normal Edinburgh sight-seeing. If you like a wee scare and don’t mind getting involved, its really fun. The actors do a great job of involving people, getting some laughs and explaining parts of Edinburghs history along the way. I'd... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW via mobile

This was such good fun, plenty of laughs and screams. My hubby and me thoroughly enjoyed this, would highly recommend it. Very well done everyone who works there. And would recommend prebooking to save money.

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Arbroath
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Been to a couple of these and always good entertainment. this one was great better than the one in blackpool although the actors were better in blackpool but still good. loved the history lesson these give good to learn about local villens this way the two guys doing shauney bean cracked us up and the wee woman with the big... More

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Solihull, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Was on edge all the way round but put together really well, its a must for anyone visiting Edinburgh, especially families.

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Gloucester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Well..... I was walking around Edinburgh during my holidays, and I just walked by the Dungeon and as I had no idea what it was, I decided to go in, great price as I got discount for having the map of the city :p .... GOSH! if you like horror things, just go in, is really funny and scary, well... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Had some relatives from Australia and we went to Edinburgh for the day. Took in the Edinburgh Dungeons and had a bit of fun, get ready for some frights a couple of scary rides. It lasts just the rite length of time 80 mins approx. Had a bit of a laugh. Only down side "do not take young kids" A... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

It seems all i do is complain here and yes but i think we must also praise when we can. The edinburgh dungen is fun and the cost is reasonable. The actors give 100 percent and do a good job at the end of the day they must be exhausted. EXCELLENT . Book in advace online and save time as... More

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Sunderland, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

If you can, pick up the Edinburgh tourist leaflet up (available in most pubs, tourist info etc) we only paid £20 instead of £32 for 2 people! Descend into the dark, dank dungeons of the city and be prepared to be tried, and sentenced for your crimes! On the way, learn about the darker underbelly of murderous characters of Edinburgh's... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

Expensive for a family to visit. It was very entertaining with a few frights. The guides were very enthusiastic and added to the experience. Lots of historic information with a scary twist. My 80 year old mum was a bit freaked out by it and didn't enjoy walking around in the dark. However my daughter and I thought this added... More

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GMEDungeon, Manager at The Edinburgh Dungeon, responded to this review
15 June 2013

Hello and thank you for your review. We are glad you and your daughter enjoyed the visit, sorry we freaked your Mum out! We always advise booking online where you can purchase discounted tickets and enter our Priority queue line. We hope to see you again. More

Preston, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

This was my second visit to a ‘dungeon’ and would describe it as marginally the better of the two. Nice and easy to get to – fall off a bus anywhere near the train station and your minutes away. Tickets are available using Tesco clubcard points (order before your visit from Tesco) which make it very good value. The format... More

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GMEDungeon, Manager at The Edinburgh Dungeon, responded to this review
13 June 2013

Hello and thank you for your 5* review. We will pass on your kind comments to our fantastic actors. Each Dungeon does have some similarities but are all unique due to only telling stories relevant to that particular area. We're glad you thought we were better...we agree! Thank you for the feedback on the ride photo at the end, we... More

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