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Tours/Edinburgh/Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

4.0(1)Edinburgh2 hours
TRIPADVISOR4.0(1)
Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
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Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Price from
$7 / person
Location
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Rating
4.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
Languages
NO, DE, HI, SV
Group
Private

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Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Explorial
Meeting point
Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want.After booking, you’ll receive your game code via text message and a Viator message.Download the Explorial app for free.Head to the meeting point and enter the game code provided (6 digits) to start the tour.

Description

Edinburgh built a castle on a volcano and a city around it — this tour connects the old stones to the stories behind them. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Edinburgh on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Follow clues along the Royal Mile past Edinburgh Castle and John Knox House, finishing at the Palace of Holyroodhouse — nearly a thousand years of Scottish history on one walk • Set off whenever you're ready and go at whatever speed suits the weather (it's Edinburgh, plan for variety) • Riddles, photo tasks, and a group leaderboard make this a great day out for families, couples, and groups Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Spot a ghost, solve a riddle, or just blame the weather — Edinburgh always delivers.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Next available
Wed, Nov 11
Adult (ages 10–90)
$7
Child (ages 0–9)
Free

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 10.

Tour Options

Start anytime, pause whenever, go at your own pace

What's included

Included
Free download of the Explorial App from your appstore (iOS or Android smartphone required)
Points and scoring system: Compete between players of your group and beat the cities high score.
Live Location: navigate within the map with marked locations. Always know where you are.
Learn about the cities stories, history, and local legends
Total flexibility: no waiting, start anytime, walk at own pace and do as many breaks as you want.
Self-guided walking tour with interactive riddles, trivia challenges and photo tasks.
Not included
Live-Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you or join your group. Start anytime you want.
Entrance fees are not required for this game. All puzzles relate to the public areas of the sights
This is not an audio guide but an sightseeing, gaming and learning experience

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.0
1 reviews
5
0
4
1
3
0
2
0
1
0

How it compares in Edinburgh

  • Starting price $7 is 90% below the typical $68 for tours of similar length in Edinburgh

Excurgo comparison of 1,238 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Max 15 people per booking. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
  • After booking you receive a text message and a Viator message with your game code. Download the Explorial app from your appstore. Open the app, enter your 6 digit game code
  • Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from starting the tour, you can simply reschedule it for another day. You can also rebook to a different city or request a refund
  • Smartphone required: Bring your own fully charged smartphone with an active mobile data connection to the start of the tour. Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
  • Recommended attire: It’s best to wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes — approx. 2 hours of light walking

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt take?

Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt lasts about 2 hours.

How much does Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt cost?

Prices start at $7 per person for this Edinburgh experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.

How much does Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt cost for children?

Children aged 0–9 pay nothing, adults from $7.

Can I cancel Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want. After booking, you’ll receive your game code via text message and a Viator message. Download the Explorial app for free. Head to the meeting point and enter the game code provided (6 digits) to start the tour. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt offered in?

The experience is available in NO, DE, HI, SV, FI, RU, KO, PT, CMN, EL, YUE, EN, IT, FR, HU, ES, CS, UK, JA, ZH-CN, PL, DA, RO, NL, TR.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Edinburgh Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Explorial.

Reviews(1)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

$7/ person
4.0(1)
Duration2 hours
LanguagesNO, DE, HI
ConfirmationInstant
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Booked and paid on Viator.com
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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