Explore Edinburgh’s hidden gems with a self-guided scavenger hunt. Use clues, challenge your mind, and uncover local secrets at your own pace.
Explore Edinburgh’s hidden gems with a self-guided scavenger hunt. Use clues, challenge your mind, and uncover local secrets at your own pace.
- Scott Monument - A Smooth & Adaptable Beginning: Download the World City Trail app and log in using your 10-digit booking reference. Please note: This is entirely self-guided; no one will be there to meet you. You can start anytime, day or night. For the optimal route, it’s recommended to begin at the Scott Monument, although you can start or…
- Scott Monument - A Smooth & Adaptable Beginning: Download the World City Trail app and log in using your 10-digit booking reference. Please note: This is entirely self-guided; no one will be there to meet you. You can start anytime, day or night. For the optimal route, it’s recommended to begin at the Scott Monument, although you can start or finish anywhere you prefer.
Interactive Discovery: Embark on a 4.1km walk (approximately 56 minutes of walking time). Use your creativity and keen observation to solve riddles at stops like the majestic Edinburgh Castle or the evocative Greyfriars, unlocking your next destination. The entire activity typically takes around 3 hours, depending on your pace and breaks.
Your Tour, Your Style: Personalize your journey by altering the order of locations or skipping stops to suit your schedule. Take a break or explore a site and continue exactly where you paused. There is no time restriction—your access is valid for a whole year.
Stories & Suggestions: Discover legends and history through text or audio guides at sites like St Giles. Enjoy curated recommendations for local restaurants and shops. Available in six languages: EN, DE, FR, NL, IT, ES. Note: Outdoor-only; internet connection required.

- World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select ‘Create’ to start.
- Audio Guide & Navigation: Full audio tour and GPS navigation included via the app.
- Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
- 24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support…
- World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select ‘Create’ to start.
- Audio Guide & Navigation: Full audio tour and GPS navigation included via the app.
- Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
- 24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support available).
- Custom Finish: Choose where to end; doesn’t finish at the starting location.
- Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want.
- Entrance fees
- Max 15 people per booking in Edinburgh. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
- Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want.
- Entrance fees
- Max 15 people per booking in Edinburgh. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
Discover Edinburgh in the most exciting way with a Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Engage in play, learning, and walking at your own pace with this fully self-directed activity. Begin anytime, day or night, without the need for guides or fixed schedules. Take a break for a whisky at a historic Royal Mile pub or capture a photo at a picturesque spot,…
Discover Edinburgh in the most exciting way with a Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Engage in play, learning, and walking at your own pace with this fully self-directed activity. Begin anytime, day or night, without the need for guides or fixed schedules. Take a break for a whisky at a historic Royal Mile pub or capture a photo at a picturesque spot, and continue whenever you wish—even the following day. This distinctive team-building experience is ideal for couples, families, and groups.
The “Complete City” Package offers everything in one app:
Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and uncover over 10 major attractions, along with hidden gems along the journey.
Audio & Text: Enjoy our audio guide or read about the history and legends of each location.
Insider Tips: Get exclusive recommendations for local restaurants and shops.
Places you will visit include: Scott Monument, Royal Scottish Academy, Esplanade, Edinburgh Castle, The Hub, Grassmarket, Greyfriars, St Giles, Canongate Kirk, Burns Monument, and Calton Hill.
- Total Flexibility: Start anytime you want—there is no fixed schedule. You can pause and resume as often as you like.
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from going, you can do the tour any other day. You can even contact us to change the tour to a different city!
- Technical Requirements: A fully charged smartphone and an active mobile data connection are required. Important: Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
- Essential Gear: We recommend wearing weather-appropriate clothes and comfortable walking shoes.
- Audio Experience: You can use your phone’s speaker to listen to the tour, but you are also welcome to use headphones if you prefer.
- Support Policy: We offer 24/7 live assistance via the official chat. Please note that we do not offer phone support.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.