The Disappearing Act: Ghost of the Edinburgh Stage
51 Reviews2 people have played this questPlaces you will visit
7
You will walk
2240 steps
Total distance
1.7 km
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Fringe Shop whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 7 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at The Stand Comedy Club and see where you land on the Edinburgh leaderboard.
Highlights
Hit The Fringe Shop, Writers' Museum, Assembly Rooms, the Mound, St Andrews Square and The Stand.
You’ll decode secret poetry underfoot, crack Georgian codes on grand pillars, and banish a 1947 ghost showman in a final underground showdown.
Ratings and Reviews
1 ratings
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A note from Questor creator
“Creator of quests and self guided tours in the UK and Europe.”
The mission: Your story in Edinburgh
First 50 players play for free! Solve the greatest theatrical mystery on this self-guided walking tour. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe along with the city's rich theatrical history, serves as the inspiration for this arts-inspired quest. This interactive quest connects iconic arts venues, historic comedy roots and local creative landmarks.
The Setup: You are an Arts Detective hired by the Festival Fringe Society to break a theatrical curse.
The Stakes: A forgotten 1947 phantom showman has threatened to turn the lights out on every stage in Edinburgh unless you uncover his lost master script.
Your role: on this self guided-walking tour you will visit iconic places while solving clues to resolve the mystery and save Edinburgh from a theatrical curse,
Beat the best: Top Edinburgh explorers
Good to know before you play
- Mystery
- Step Into the Story
- Hidden History
- This quest features interactive puzzles you’ll solve in the real world.
- Difficulty level: Easy 🟢😊
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
- Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
- Wear a hat and sunscreen, have enough water
- Family favourite
- Loved by couples
- Kids' Favorite
- Minimum recommended age: 9+
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ABOUT THIS EXPERIENCE
What to expect from The Disappearing Act: Ghost of the Edinburgh Stage
70–90 minutes walking approx 1.5 -1.8 km. Go at your own pace. This experience transforms the streets of Edinburgh into an interactive, real-world escape quest and walking tour . Engage in an exciting mission while exploring the alleys of the Old Town and New Town.A thrilling blend of local theatrical lore, enchanting stories, and comedy history keeps visitors entertained. Search for clues revealing details that casual tourists walk straight past. Hints are available/skip the puzzle if desired.
Hit The Fringe Shop , Writers' Museum , Assembly Rooms , the Mound , St Andrews Square and The Stand. You’ll decode secret poetry underfoot, crack Georgian codes on grand pillars, and banish a 1947 ghost showman in a final underground showdown.
Start: Fringe Shop. Finish: The Stand Comedy Club. 7 challenges included.
