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Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour - a self-guided fun tour.

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Play at your pace 1.5 km Edinburgh App-guided
Play in
English

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.

Is this for you?

Who it's for

Friends, couples and solo visitors who like books and pubs get a 1.5 km walk from the Beehive Inn past James' Court, Makars' Court and Brodie's Close to Milnes Bar, with Old and New Town stories and puzzles at each stop. It takes just over an hour, with easy to medium puzzles. Groups with under-18s should look elsewhere, as some pubs may refuse them entry.

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.

5.00 / 5

2 player ratings

Selected player reviews. Original words and ratings.

From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

  1. 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. 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. 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

A · Start

18-20 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2JU, UK

B · Finish

35 Hanover St, Edinburgh EH2 2PJ, UK

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

Along the way

Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included

The people behind the adventure

Created by Questor creator.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by Questor creator

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+

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is this a self-guided walking tour of Edinburgh, or do we join a group?
It is fully self-guided. Your phone leads you from stop to stop, tells the story of each place and sets a puzzle there. There is no guide and no group to join, so you can start whenever you like. It is also free to play.
Is this a literary pub crawl around Edinburgh?
Yes, it combines literary and historical stories with pubs. The route includes the Beehive Inn, the Jolly Judge, Deacon Brodies Tavern and Milnes Bar, along with Makars' Court and the Scott Monument. You go at your own pace and decide how long to linger at each pub.
Where does the tour start and finish, and how long does it take?
You start at the Beehive Inn and finish at Milnes Bar, so it does not return to the start. The route is about 1.5 km and most players take just over an hour, walking and puzzles included. The start is easy to reach from Waverley station.
Can we bring children or teenagers under 18?
The quest itself works fine with under-18s, and the puzzles range from easy to medium. Pubs set their own rules, though, and some may restrict entry for younger players. Check with each pub on the day if anyone in your group is under 18.
Can we pause the quest and carry on later?
Yes. The quest is self-paced, so you can pause at any point, for a drink or a break, and continue later from where you stopped. Make sure your phone is fully charged before you set off, or bring a power bank.

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