Romantic Edinburgh: True Love
Our fairytale adventure begins in the idyllic Dean Village, renowned for its tranquil atmosphere, rich milling history, and magical architecture. There will be no shortage of romantic moments in dreamy settings, alongside fascinating local legends and history.
Follow the river past old mill buildings, Well Court; a World Heritage Site, the bustling, bohemian neighbourhood of Stockbridge, picturesque cobblestone streets such as Circus Lane, and the Botanical Gardens.
- Instagrammable
- Best for couples
- Don’t enter the places, not part of the experience
- Game ends in another place than it starts
Places you will visit
10
It will take you
60-90 mins
You will walk
4600 steps
Total distance
3.5 km
Highlights
Wander dreamily along the peaceful flows of the Water of Leith.
Follow the path of the river to St. Bernard's Well, a remarkable example of Greco-Roman architecture representative of Stockbridge's Artisan community.
Relish in the artisanal delights offered by Stockbridge and its local farmer's market.
Storyline
You are Katherine, daughter to the chieftain of Clan Brodie. To avoid a marriage arranged by your father to strengthen clan bonds, but to a cruel man you had no love for, you have escaped from the castle and hitched a ride on a carriage heading south.
You find yourself in Dean Village, with no money in your pocket and no idea what to do next.
You are completely unaware that you’ve been drawn here by destiny and are about to meet your true love! Or, that your cruel fiancé has followed you here…
Game route
Starting point Dean Bridge House
Queensferry Rd, Edinburgh EH3 7UA, UKFinish point Saint Stephen's Comely Bank Church
10 Comely Bank Rd, Stockbridge, Edinburgh EH4 1DW, UK
Get the app and you're all set
Download it, choose your route and just walk to the starting point.
Ratings and Reviews
116 ratings
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