Fantastic Creatures of Edinburgh, and where to find them!

4.7
(55 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

A fantastic way to see the city. A classic treasure hunt with a twist that will have you interacting with your surroundings whilst learning about the traditional beliefs of Scotland and the world.

This is a small business and a work of passion created by some local tour guides that love games and game design.

What's Included

guide
All the material and clues required for the game

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Hot Toddy cafe (from 10am-7pm, Summer from 9am-10pm), show your booking to the staff to get the treasure hunt pack. Alternatively you can also collect it from the Grassmarket Project on 86 Candlemaker Row (from 10am-4pm).

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

An outdoor fantasy treasure hunt for the curious!

Our magical class will walk you through the Old Town streets identifying and learning all about the fantastic creatures that inhabit them. You will need a team of 2-5 wizards, internet access on your phone, your eyes and legs! We will provide the kit. The game takes around 1.5 hours (more or less). It covers a good portion of the historic Old Town and lots of folklore.

You can pick up your treasure hunt pack and code anytime during opening hours at Hot Toddy on 15-19 Jeffrey street (10am-7pm). Show your booking to collect it. Start the treasure hunt whenever you please. We recommend starting near the Royal Mile and we highly advise minding the daylight hours as the game won't work in the dark. You will then explore the city following the clues that will take you from one spot to the next, unravelling Edinburgh's quirks.

It finishes in a special secret location which is a 10 minute walk from the Royal Mile. If you complete the hunt you can collect your completion souvenir prize by showing a screenshot of your result at Hot Toddy on 15-19 Jeffrey street or at The Grassmarket Project on 86 Candlemaker row (10am-4pm).

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Edinburgh Treasure Hunts

Tags

Historical Tours
Self-guided Tours
Escape Rooms
Fun & Games
Scavenger Hunts
Culture
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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