Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour - a self-guided fun tour.
5Player rating
The experience
About this quest
Ditch boring group tours for a witty, self-guided walking tour/pub crawl with an intriguing literary and historical theme of Edinburgh Old and New Town.
🎯 Who it’s for: Friends, solos, couples & alternative explorers.
🔥 Why it’s worth it: easy access from Waverley station & 100% self-paced.
Charge your phone and start your quest! 📲
NB: if taking the tour with persons under 18, this won't be a problem for the tour itself but depending on the pub rules, they may restrict entry in the pub.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Ditch the boring walking tours! This self-guided walking pub tour guides you through Edinburgh’s best literary taverns at your own pace
Highlights:
Ghostly gallows history in the Grassmarket 💀
Drinking where Burns & Stevenson wrote 🥃
100% self-guided (stop for a pint anytime!) 🍻
Packed with history & wicked comedy 🎭
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
Your walk, at a glance
Edinburgh
18-20 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2JU, UK
35 Hanover St, Edinburgh EH2 2PJ, UK
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by Questor creator.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Good to know before you play
- Step Into the Story
- Hidden History
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
- Difficulty level: Easy 🟢😊
- Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
- Minimum recommended age: 16+
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