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Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Edinburgh with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems

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Edinburgh, Scotland
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

A fun and different way to see Edinburgh. Solve satisfying clues and follow beautiful maps sent to your phones. Spot things other people take for granted!

You’ll learn interesting facts and stories. Everything is outdoors and you can do social distancing.

What's Included

  • A link to the game that you can share with everyone in your group
  • No exclusions
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

1 Cockburn Street
Edinburgh EH1 1BP, UK

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Will take you on a beautiful route, and send you to fab places, all at your own pace.

Because it’s all on your phones, it’s super flexible and there’s nothing to print.

You’ll have a laugh solving the clues and following the maps.

Something in a shop window catch your eye? No problem. Take it at your own pace. Even turn it into a pub crawl!

Along the way you’ll learn interesting facts and stories keeping you entertained.

By the end of it all, you’ll have a great overview of Edinburgh and what you’d like to explore next.

It’s works like WhatsApp, so it’s easy to use.

You don’t need to download or print anything and it doesn’t need any permissions.

Plus, you get to start when you want.

1. Play together Captain Bess will invite you and your friends to join the hunt.

2. Follow maps Bess sends you a series of treasure maps to your phones, leading you around the city.

3. Search for answers Bess sends you a series of clues and you have to search the city for answers.

Don’t worry if you can’t find the answer right away, you can always ask for hints.

Along the way, she’ll tell you interesting facts and stories about the things you’re spotting.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Edinburgh with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-330008P1

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What's Included

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  • A link to the game that you can share with everyone in your group
  • No exclusions

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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