Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh scenic walking tour with art features and scupltures
5Player rating· 4 plays
The experience
About this quest
This accessible outdoor guided trail fuses contemporary art within the stunning landscape of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Edinburgh. Perfect for solo travellers, couples, families and groups of all abilities, the route uses wide, flat pathways suitable for everyone. Moving at your own pace with our curated guide on your phone, you will explore iconic art installations that test how we view our relationship with the environment. It is a peaceful, mindful and inspiring cultural escape from the city.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Phone-guided tour
Scenic accessible paths
Discover world-class art embedded in nature: Barbara Hepworth’s soaring bronzes, Andy Goldsworthy’s slate structures and the stunning Hammered Steel Gates
Go at your own pace
Explore fascinating stories about the artists and the landscape. Enhance your knowledge with interactive optional quizzes.
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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
Arboretum Pl, Edinburgh EH3 5NZ, UK
7 Inverleith Row, Edinburgh EH3 5LP, 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
- Route is accessible for wheelchairs
- Difficulty level: Easy 🟢😊
- Family favourite
- Loved by couples
- Hidden History
- Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
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