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Uncover a Lost Secret of Edinburgh Castle

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Step into the shoes of Alex Calder, a young historian thrust into a thrilling real-world mystery beneath Edinburgh Castle. When a long-lost letter hints at a hidden royal escape route, your quest begin, one that will lead you through secret passageways, ancient chapels, haunted dungeons, and iconic landmarks across the Old Town.

This immersive, self-guided walking game transforms Edinburgh into your puzzle-filled playground. You’ll explore legendary locations like St Margaret’s Chapel, the Writer’s Museum, and the dungeons of the castle, all while unraveling a historical conspiracy buried for centuries.

Perfect for curious minds, history lovers, couples, families, and solo adventurers. No tour guide. No schedule. Just you, your phone, and the secrets of the city.

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Availability:

  • Can be played on
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

  • During these hours
    Whole day

  • Languages
    English

Created by
Prayas Choudhary

Highlights

  • Play as Alex Calder and follow clues hidden in real locations across Edinburgh

  • Explore 13 legendary sites, from Edinburgh Castle to hidden alleyways and secret churches

  • Solve riddles, find symbols, and crack historical codes to unlock each new chapter

  • Walk through the Old Town, guided by your phone, play at your own pace, anytime

  • Discover fascinating true facts and eerie legends about Edinburgh’s royal past

  • Experience a story-driven escape game that blends history, mystery, and real-world exploration

Storyline

You are Alex Calder, a young historian in Edinburgh. One day, you find a hidden letter inside an old book. The letter speaks of a secret royal escape route under Edinburgh Castle. Many believe it’s only a legend. But new clues point to the truth.

Your mission is to solve riddles and follow secret signs across the Old Town. You must find the lost passage before others do. Can you reveal the truth and change history? 

Experience's route

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Starting point Edinburgh Castle Esplanade
Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1, UK
Finish point Abbey Strand
Abbey Strand, Edinburgh EH8 8DU, UK

Places you will visit

13

It will take you

55-85 mins

You will walk

3810 steps

Total distance

2.9 km

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