Explore Edinburgh.

Discover Edinburgh through local stories and clues hidden in the places around you. Pick a walking adventure and explore at your own pace.

Edinburgh

What players say about Edinburgh

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A city walk. With a plot twist.

Don’t just visit Edinburgh. Play it.

Turn a walk into an adventure with the Questo app. Follow a story, explore real places and solve puzzles along the way.

Edinburgh
Real streets. Unexpected discoveries.
  • Find places worth noticing

    Look closer at landmarks and corners you might otherwise walk past.

  • Step into a story

    Uncover local stories or take on a fictional mission. You choose the adventure.

  • Solve it together

    Follow clues, connect the dots and share that “we got it!” moment.

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Places to discover in Edinburgh

Follow clues through real places and discover the stories behind them. Here’s a glimpse of Edinburgh.

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The people behind the places

Your city has stories. Meet its storytellers.

Discover Edinburgh through the eyes of the people creating its quests. Their curiosity becomes your next adventure.

From an idea to a quest you can play
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Quests are reviewed and play-tested before they become paid experiences.

Your city. Your stories. Someone’s next adventure.

Know a corner of Edinburgh worth discovering? Build a quest, earn when people play, and help turn your city into a playground.

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Questo City Stories Index

Edinburgh, measured on foot.

Explore its stories, places and walking data, and see how Edinburgh compares with other cities.

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Where next?

Find a city nearby to play with your family and friends.

A walk with a plot twist

Look up.
Lean in.
Play along.

Find a quest. Follow clues in the app. Discover the city as you play.

  1. 1

    Choose your quest

    Pick a city, a story and your language.

  2. 2

    Explore and solve

    Follow the app. Find clues in the streets.

  3. 3

    Go at your pace

    Stop for coffee. Pick up where you left off.

A taste of the challenge
01 / Word riddle

Name the creature.

I’m a majestic beast, swift and bold,
In fields of green, my tale unfolds.

A noble creature, with hooves that prance,
A symbol of freedom in every glance.

I can move swiftly, by day or night,
Chasing the wind, my spirit takes flight.

Though I may be pure, like snow, of course,
Can you guess what I am with my grace and force?

Before you head out

Your Edinburgh questions.

What can I do in Edinburgh with Questo?
Browse outdoor city games built around Edinburgh. Each quest has its own route and story: follow clues, solve puzzles, and discover the city as you play.
How many outdoor city games are available in Edinburgh?
Questo currently lists 12 outdoor city games in Edinburgh. Browse the collection to compare stories, routes, and access options.
Is there a murder mystery game in Edinburgh?
Yes. Questo has murder mystery quests set on the real streets of Edinburgh: follow the clues, question the evidence, and solve the case at your own pace. No actors, no booking, start whenever you like.
Is there a ghost tour in Edinburgh?
Yes. Questo's self-guided ghost tours lead you to Edinburgh's haunted places while you follow clues and uncover the dark stories behind them. Play any evening, no guide needed.
Do I need to book an activity in Edinburgh in advance?
Most Questo quests can be started when you are ready. Select a quest to check its route and access options before you play.
I live in Edinburgh—how can I see my city with fresh eyes?

Try a story-driven quest. Even lifelong locals are surprised by hidden closes, forgotten legends, and details tucked behind the Royal Mile or Dean Village.

Are there unique ways for visitors to go beyond the usual castle and Royal Mile stroll?

Yes! Pick a quest that leads you through secret courtyards, haunted alleys, and old taverns where big historical moments happened but aren’t in standard guidebooks.

What’s something fun to do this weekend or on a free evening?

Grab a quest and start whenever you like—whether it’s a mystery around the Old Town or a treasure hunt across Calton Hill. Great for a last-minute plan.

Could a group of friends or coworkers turn this into a team challenge?

Absolutely. Split into teams, race the clock, or tackle the clues together. It works for birthdays, after-work fun, or just a different kind of night out.

Is there something special for couples looking for a different date idea?

Try an evening quest through the Old Town or Grassmarket. Solving clues together while lanterns glow over the cobblestones is way more memorable than dinner alone.

Are these quests family-friendly for kids who get bored easily?

Yes. The puzzles and mini-challenges keep kids engaged, and there are plenty of fun stops (street performers, snack breaks) along the way.

About the destination

About Edinburgh

Edinburgh is a city where volcanic rock, medieval closes, and centuries of dark legend collide. Questo turns that atmosphere into a game you play as you go. With 7 self-guided quests launching from the heart of the Old Town, you follow clues on your phone, solve puzzles, and uncover a story that the sights alone can't tell you.

The city has two distinct personalities layered on top of each other. The Old Town climbs the spine of an ancient lava ridge, its closes and wynds cutting between tenements that lean over the street like they're listening. Cross the valley and the New Town opens up into Georgian symmetry: wide streets, grand squares, a city designed to look confident. Holyrood sits at the far end, the palace and the crags of Arthur's Seat marking where the city stops and something wilder begins.

Questo's Edinburgh quests match the city's range. One follows the ghosts and grim history that made Edinburgh notorious across Europe. Another chases the wizarding connections woven into the Old Town's streets and buildings. A gothic crime tale winds through closes and courtyards, while a romantic quest takes a lighter path through the same terrain. Each quest runs 60 to 90 minutes and starts when you're ready.

A few things worth knowing before you go: the closes off the Royal Mile are easy to miss but worth ducking into, most visitors walk straight past them. Greyfriars Kirkyard is free, open all day, and the gravestones there inspired several Harry Potter character names. Victoria Street, curved and painted in shopfront colours, is the street most often linked to Diagon Alley. The quests work well for couples, families, and small groups who want a reason to look closer at a city that rewards exactly that.

Questo's Edinburgh quests are rated 4.58★ across 288 player reviews. Download the app and start exploring.
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