Street Underground

Go underground on a 1-hour walking history tour through Seattle's original neighborhood. Our experienced guides lead small groups through, and beneath, Pioneer Square to the street level that existed in the 1890s. Explore underground pathways that were built more than 120 years ago, learning details on early Seattle history, why these spaces were built, and how they have been used (and misused) over the years. Marvel at how this once Indian encampment has since transformed into one of the 20 largest cities in the United States. 

Experience the world's most haunted city on a ghost tour of Edinburgh and be spooked by one of the city's most infamous sons as they lead you around the dark side of the Old Town. Discover the hidden wynds (alleys) off the Royal Mile and hear some of Edinburgh’s horrifying secrets. Then, visit what is regarded as the most haunted graveyard in the world at "Greyfriars Kirkyard." Finally, go deep underground and explore the Edinburgh Vaults beneath the streets. Completed in 1788, the series of chambers were used to house taverns and as storage space for illicit material, including the bodies of people killed by serial killers Burke and Hare for their medical experiments. Journey through over 400 years of history and hear terrifying true tales of hangings, torture, murders and witchcraft. Shiver at the weird noises and unexplained smells that make an appearance after dark!

Forty meters below the characteristic and lively streets of the historic center of Naples, you find a different world. Isolated by time, unexplored until recently, but deeply connected with the current world above. It’s the heart of Naples, and the place from which the city was born. To visit it is to travel 2,400 years in the past. Every historic epic, from the foundation of Neopolis, to the bombs of WWII, has left it’s mark on the walls of the yellow tufa stone, the soul of Naples, the stone with which the city was built. Come, join this magical 1.5 hour journey back in time.

Join us on a walking tour of Cincinnati to learn about Cincinnati's hidden history on one of the Top Five Underground Tours in the U.S. Enjoy a stroll through Over-the-Rhine, home to America's largest set of historical landmarks. Visit buildings in the Gateway District that were home to over 130 saloons, bars, beer gardens, and theaters. Then, descend below the city streets for exclusive access to a hidden crypt where some of Cincinnati's first residents were buried. Next return underground to explore hidden tunnels vital to Cincinnati's brewery heritage at the Kauffman Brewery. Tours will go on rain or shine!

Led by either the holder of a PhD in Scottish history or a guide with decades of experience providing historic tours in Scotland’s capital, this 90-minute tour is a fascinating journey through Edinburgh’s celebrated Old Town. Revel in the majesty of the famous Royal Mile with its stunning architecture, but also visit the secluded closes and courts lying just off the High Street and discover their dramatic stories. Find out about the world famous poets, novelists, philosophers and inventors who called this neighbourhood home but also the notorious thieves, murderers and bodysnatchers who stalked the streets after dark. The tour includes a trip through Canongate Kirkyard and a visit to our underground vaults below South Bridge, where you will find out how it came to be and who used to live there.   

Venture beneath Edinburgh’s streets and discover the city’s most haunted underground vaults — a chilling world of shadows and secrets, the Blair Street Underground Vaults, exclusively accessible with Mercat Tours. This immersive ghost tour offers a spine-tingling glimpse into true tales of Edinburgh’s dark past. Abandon thoughts of manufactured frights and make-believe scares. In the Blair Street Underground Vaults, it’s the true history that haunts. The skill is in the enhanced storytelling. These vaults witnessed the deeds of mischief-makers and murderers, vagrants, and torturers. It’s said to be one of Edinburgh’s most haunted sites, where restless spirits still tread to this day. Your cloaked Mercat Tours master storyteller will lead you through the shadowy closes of Edinburgh’s Old Town. These dark and dreary streets are untouched by daylight, filled with a strange silence – their damp walls carrying only the faintest echo of the crowds on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile.

With your admission ticket, you will visit the underground levels of Piazza Navona, first opened to the public in 2014. You will descend 5 metres beneath street level into the excavations, at the time of the Roman Empire. Admire the ancient ruins of the first and only masonry stadium in Roman history and learn more about the history of the Stadium/Piazza Navona/ancient Roman sports. The admission ticket includes a multi-language audio guide (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian). For children free audio guide dedicated in English (minimum 6 years old). An average visit throughout the museum takes about 40 minutes. The museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10am – 7pm. The ticket office closes 40 minutes before closing time.

Explore the world’s largest subway system, the beating heart of the city that never sleeps. – See the architectural ghosts of the nearly forgotten and partially abandoned, Chambers Street station nicknamed the “Grand Central of Downtown” – Discover the remnants of Union Square Station as you learn about a hidden art installation thousands of riders walk by everyday – Use the 6 train as your own time machine as you ride through abandoned subway stations that most seasoned NYC commuters don’t know exist – Explore the birth of the NYC subway system through amazing archival photos not available to the public – Learn about the comically short route of the mythical “Subway before the Subway,” Alfred Ely Beach’s Pneumatic Transit System Guests will need one MetroCard swipe or OMNY tap to enter the subway. Please note that although you will see abandoned subway stations from the train, the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) doesn't grant public access into them under any circumstances.

Exploring the PATH in Toronto offers a unique and convenient way to experience one of the city's hidden gems. As the world's largest underground shopping complex, the PATH stretches over 30 kilometers and connects more than 1,200 retail stores, restaurants, and services. Taking a tour of this subterranean network not only provides a chance to discover its impressive scale and diverse offerings but also helps you navigate Toronto's bustling downtown with ease. Beyond the shopping and dining options, the PATH is an architectural marvel with a fascinating history. A guided tour can reveal the intricate design details, highlight notable landmarks, and offer insights into how this underground labyrinth evolved to become a crucial part of Toronto’s urban landscape. Whether you’re a local looking to uncover a new aspect of your city or a visitor wanting to make the most of your time, a PATH tour combines practicality with an intriguing journey through Toronto’s vibrant downtown core.

From the classical era to the eighteenth century, among religious buildings and burials, grandiose Roman monuments and underground rivers, popular legends and historical documents … A fascinating itinerary to retrace all the eras of the Etna city. The traces of a Catania of the past that continues to live under our feet, hidden from our eyes

Discover the essence of Salento's Baroque art in Lecce's historic center. Expert guides lead a 2-hour tour through cobblestone streets and magnificent buildings, narrating tales of nobility and devotion. Marvel at the Basilica of Santa Croce and Lecce Cathedral's bell tower in Piazza del Duomo. Explore the Archaeological Museum's underground, revealing ancient city secrets and precious artifacts. Uncover buried traditions and daily life remnants in mysterious chambers. This journey unveils Lecce's captivating past, offering an unforgettable encounter with Baroque wonders and historical richness.

In the Old Town Hall’s enigmatic underground we will discover not only former Romanesque and Gothic houses, but even an original street. The labyrinthine subterranean system is older than the Town Hall itself, and the complex of medieval halls, passages and tunnels is the largest of its kind in Prague. At the point where the unspoilt streets of Prague’s Old Town give way to the redeveloped Jewish Quarter, you will see how Prague progressively grew in height.

A classy pub crawl that will take you to Budapest’s quirkiest ruin bars and best street food joints. Your safest bet if you want to hang out with the locals. Ruins, bars and an unforgettable night out in District 7.

Experience the most haunted section of Edinburgh’s legendary Underground City with this award-winning guided walking tour. Known as 'Damnation Alley' and forgotten for centuries, these tunnels were once 'home' to men, women and children living in utter misery. Experience Edinburgh's dark past as you listen to stories about what really happened beneath the city's streets and what might have stayed behind … • 80 minute walking tour exploring Edinburgh's underground city, led by a local expert guide. • Choice of day or night time tour. PLEASE NOTE During very busy times of the year tours are marked SOLD OUT when places are still available, in order to avoid over-booking. Contact us if the tour you want is marked SOLD OUT in case places are available.

The visit starts from Santa Croce church, jewel of Lecce's Baroque, and continues Sant'Oronzo Square, where you can see the Old Tawn Hall "Sedile", the Roman Column and Amphiteatre, important remains of Lecce's glorous Roman heritage. Walking through Corso Vittorio Emanuele street, you will see historical buildings of the 16th, 17th and 18h century and Sant'Irene church. Then u will visit Duomo square, with the Archbishop's Residence, the Seminary, the Bell Tower and the Cathedral. The tour will take you to the underground Jewish Museum, situated in the core of the jewish area, and in particular on the remains of the Sinagogue, with its mikveh and mezuzah. Here in the cellar of the museum is the start of a journey into Medieval Lecce, a journey into what is still even today largely unexplored.

Experience the most haunted section of Edinburgh’s legendary Underground City with this award-winning guided walking tour. Known as 'Damnation Alley' and forgotten for centuries, these tunnels were once 'home' to men, women and children living in utter misery. Experience Edinburgh's dark past as you listen to stories about what really happened beneath the city's streets and what might have stayed behind … • 80 minute walking tour exploring Edinburgh's underground city, led by a local expert guide. • Choice of day or night time tour. PLEASE NOTE During very busy times of the year tours are marked SOLD OUT when places are still available, in order to avoid over-booking. Contact us if the tour you want is marked SOLD OUT in case places are available.

Meet your tour guide by the fountain of Neptune in Municipio Square and enjoy the tour of the historical center with its ancient Greek streets,the Roman underground ruins and the countless churches. You will see not only the Greek and Roman area but also the medieval and Baroque areas. At the same time,you will perceive the diversity of religious belief systems co-existing in society, as well:a mixture of Pagan and Christian icons can be seen in San Gregorio Armeno market, where you can also explore several artisan shops. Besides, the “Neapolitan” culture is expressed in the typical local food as well as in the narrow streets full of players and dancers that will colour your walk with unbelievable effects.After the free time, the tour guide will reach the monumental area of Naples, here enjoy the view of medieval Angiò’s castle and the Theatre of San Carlo.Opposite to the theatre you will find “Galleria Umberto I” and than you will stroll in Via Toledo and Piazza Plebiscito.

Choose your date and discover the Piazza Navona underground. The admission ticket is valid for the selected date only but can be used at any time. The ruins of the Stadium of Domitian (Unesco World Heritage Site) in Piazza Navona are located about 4.50 meters below street level. The archaeological site is all that remains of the first and only example of a masonry stadium up to now known in Rome. Audioguide, even for children, panels and 3D video show the history of sport and sports practices from ancient Greece to Imperial Rome, with particular attention to the history of the stadium and the square.Visit the underground levels of Piazza Navona, first opened to the public in 2014; descend 5 metres beneath street level into the excavations, at the time of the Roman Empire; admire the ancient ruins of the first and only masonry stadium in Roman history; learn more about the history of the Stadium/Piazza Navona/ancient Roman sports.

Embark on an enthralling 90-minute guided stroll along the vibrant downtown King Street corridor, breathing life into the pages of "The Underground Railroad" by abolitionist pioneer William Still. Step into the shoes of fugitive slaves who defied the odds, as our tour unveils the very sites where their brave stories unfolded. Join us in unraveling the intricate tapestry of their journeys, delving into the operation of the Underground Railroad in Alexandria. Experience history come alive, where the past whispers secrets of courage and triumph, all against the backdrop of a city that holds the echoes of freedom's unyielding spirit.

Discover the rich tradition of Japanese sake in the heart of Tokyo's historic Asakusa district. Join us for an exclusive sake pairing experience held in Japan's oldest underground street, a hidden gem that preserves the charm and authenticity of old Tokyo. Tour Highlights: Guided Sake Tasting: Learn from our knowledgeable sake sommelier who will guide you through the nuances of various sake types, from dry to sweet, and help you appreciate the subtle flavors and aromas. Delicious Pairings: Enjoy a carefully curated selection of local delicacies that complement and enhance the flavors of the sake. Cultural Insights: Immerse yourself in Japan's sake brewing history and culture. Our guide will share fascinating stories and historical facts about the underground street and its significance in Tokyo's cultural heritage. Exclusive Venue: Experience the unique atmosphere of Japan's oldest underground street, where time seems to stand still, offering a nostalgic glimpse into the past.