Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh scenic walking tour with art features and scupltures
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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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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.
From your phone to the streets
Pick it. Open it. Play.
- 01
Choose your access
Check the player and phone options for your group.
- 02
Open the Questo app
Follow your purchase instructions to access the quest.
- 03
Head to the start
Follow the clues and let the adventure unfold.
Plan your day
Good to know before you play
- Walking distance
- 1.4 km
- Playing time
- Play at your pace
- Languages
- EN
- 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
The people behind the adventure
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A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
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