Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Curious about the lesser-known stories of Edinburgh's Old Town? Starting with the very first steps of this playful walk, you’ll experience the thrill and beauty of discovery. Location-based riddles will show you the way to our favourite local places, including quiet courtyards, forgotten stories and cute hidden spots we’ll keep secret... for now! Fun fact: this trail was created by our local creator. - Explore the old town of Edinburgh during this interactive and fun discovery walk - Learn about the history and local stories of the city centre in a playful way - Solve 10 location-based riddles to unlock directions to your next stop along the route - See popular sights like the National Portr...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A link (via email) to the web app with your discovery walk. Open the link on your phone's browser.
Food and Drinks
Mobile data
Meeting Points
Departure
HM General Register House
Start your adventure at the General Register house in 2 Princes Street. When you arrive, click on the link you’ve received from Secret City Trails and start the self-guided discovery game. You can start and pause the trail anytime you want, and pick-up later to finish.
Return
Charlotte Square
Finish your adventure at Charlotte Square. When you finish your trail, you will receive an online map with recommendations from our local creator for places to go to afterwards.
Edinburgh: A Tale of two towns city game
Princes Street
About
Curious about the lesser-known stories of Edinburgh's Old Town? Starting with the very first steps of this playful walk, you’ll experience the thrill and beauty of discovery. Location-based riddles will show you the way to our favourite local places, including quiet courtyards, forgotten stories and cute hidden spots we’ll keep secret... for now! Fun fact: this trail was created by our local creator. - Explore the old town of Edinburgh during this interactive and fun discovery walk - Learn about the history and local stories of the city centre in a playful way - Solve 10 location-based riddles to unlock directions to your next stop along the route - See popular sights like the National Portr...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A link (via email) to the web app with your discovery walk. Open the link on your phone's browser.
Food and Drinks
Mobile data
Meeting Points
Departure
HM General Register House
Start your adventure at the General Register house in 2 Princes Street. When you arrive, click on the link you’ve received from Secret City Trails and start the self-guided discovery game. You can start and pause the trail anytime you want, and pick-up later to finish.
Return
Charlotte Square
Finish your adventure at Charlotte Square. When you finish your trail, you will receive an online map with recommendations from our local creator for places to go to afterwards.
Itinerary
1
Scott Monument
To commemorate the author Sir Walter Scott. During the city game you''l learn why he is commemorated
5 minutes
2
National Galleries Scotland: Portrait
A neo-gothic palace dedicated to Scottish portraits
5 minutes
3
Assembly Rooms
Built as an entertainment venue for the wealthy families of the New Town. They opened in 1787.
5 minutes
4
Charlotte Square
A square full of houses with famous inhabitants and a lively place to celebrate you made it to the end of the trail!
