Edinburgh: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $23 / person
- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Languages
- NO, DE, FI, RU
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- City Game
- Meeting point
- After booking you receive an email with instructions and your game link. Meet at the Grassmarket in Edinburgh, open the link on your phone and start your adventure! The game runs in your browser - no app download and no host needed. Bring a charged phone with data and GPS on.
Description
Discover Edinburgh like never before with the Secrets of Edinburgh City Game, a fun self-guided walking tour and city game packed with puzzles, riddles and hidden stories! This GPS-based exploration game lets you experience Edinburgh while exploring famous spots such as the Grassmarket, Greyfriars Kirkyard, Victoria Street, Deacon Brodie’s Tavern, the Scotch Whisky Experience, the Elephant House and the Last Drop. Play solo for a personal challenge or together with friends, family or colleagues. During the game you solve tricky questions, puzzles, riddles and creative photo tasks to score points, unlock extra clues and solve the final mystery. Pause whenever you want and continue later at your own pace. Compete for a place on the leaderboard or play competitively for team building, making this scavenger hunt and walking tour through Edinburgh perfect for every type of explorer.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Group price
- $23 per group of up to 4
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Self-guided Exploration Game
Fun facts and information about highlights
Instructions and play link for the activity
Not included
Smartphone or other devices
In-person guide (digital guide in-game only)
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Difficulty level: Intermediate
- Duration: Around 2 hours
- Tickets: 1 ticket per group (1–4 people, for more players buy additional tickets)
- Start anytime: Choose your start date and time when booking, then play whenever you like
- Required: Smartphone with an internet connection
- How to play: After booking, you’ll receive an email with your personal game link. Simply head to the Statue of Walter Francis Montagu Douglas Scott, open the link on your phone, and start your journey through Edinburgh. You can pause the game anytime and continue later, making it the perfect flexible adventure for your own schedule.
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 Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour take?
Edinburgh: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Edinburgh: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $23 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 Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Edinburgh: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour 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 After booking you receive an email with instructions and your game link. Meet at the Grassmarket in Edinburgh, open the link on your phone and start your adventure! The game runs in your browser - no app download and no host needed. Bring a charged phone with data and GPS on. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Edinburgh: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in NO, DE, FI, RU, PT, HR, FR, JV, HU, SK, SR, SV, KO, EL, EN, IT, ES, CS, AR, VI, TH, JA, ZH-CN, PL, DA, HE, 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.
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