We’re ALL goin' on a Summer Holiday
Posted on August 1, 2024
The UK is BURSTING with amazing places, people and things to do. Having a Great British adventure this summer? With Treasure Hunt Edinburgh you’ll see some of the best bits, and hidden gems that Edinburgh has to offer. Whether you’re travelling for miles or minutes, grab your shipmates and keep reading!
With so much to see in Edinburgh it can be hard to make sure you’re not missing out. Our routes have been cleverly designed and playtested to guide you to the best spots, from tourist highlights to local hangouts, you and your crew are sure to uncover some real treasures.
How does it work? ☠️
It’s designed for adults, so you’ll have a laugh together. If you’re adventuring with a large crew, we recommend splitting into smaller groups and seeing who can solve the final clue first! (after a few refreshment breaks along the way of course!) Captain Bess, our bossy pirate leader, sends cryptic clues, and treasure maps to your phone, shipmates work together to solve the clues and discover the next part of the journey. Ages 8+ are welcome too if you want to make a family day of it!
Adventures wherever you go! 🗺️
Did you know Captain Bess has tours all across the UK? Wherever you’re going in the UK this summer, there might just be a Treasure Hunt tour nearby! See our other cities here.
🍹Feelin’ Hot Hot Hot?🍹
Whether you’ve lucked out and the sun is shining on fair Edinburgh, or the rain is dampening play, fear not! Treasure Hunt Edinburgh takes you past some excellent pubs and cafes, you can stop whenever you want to, grab a drink and cool down (or dry off! ☔) There’s no need to rush, take your time and enjoy it, grab some selfies, go viral on tik tok- you’ve got time!
As well as the best hidden gems, the route goes round some of the must-see sights of Edinburgh including:
Edinburgh Castle - perched atop an extinct volcano, you’ll marvel at this incredible fortress.
St Giles’ Cathedral - this stunning church boasts incredible architecture and wonderful stained glass windows.
The Mercat Cross - an important spot from which public proclamations would be made for all to hear!
National Museum of Scotland - this distinctive Victorian museum and its striking new building house extensive collections.
McEwan Hall - the marvellous graduation hall of the University of Edinburgh.
Royal Mile - the heart of Edinburgh’s old town, you’ll explore the finest section of this famous stretch.
Greyfriars Kirk and graveyard - a peaceful and beautiful graveyard, complete with graves that inspired JK Rowling!
Grassmarket - a picturesque market square right in the heart of the Old Town.
By the end of the game, you’ll have unearthed the treasures of Edinburgh and know which areas you’d like to come back to.
