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Turn Edinburgh’s New Town into your playground: a 3-hour app-led treasure hunt that threads Calton Hill, Georgian streets, Princes Street Gardens and St Andrew Square. Solve clues, collect points and discover hidden corners at your own pace—daylight play only.
Turn Edinburgh’s New Town into your playground: a 3-hour app-led treasure hunt that threads Calton Hill, Georgian streets, Princes Street Gardens and St Andrew Square. Solve clues, collect points and discover hidden corners at your own pace—daylight play only.
Stand on Calton Hill at first light and the city opens like a map you can walk through: columned monuments framing distant castle silhouettes, broad Georgian streets descending toward gardens and squares.
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Operated by Go Quest Adventures · Edinburgh, Scotland
Stand on Calton Hill at first light and the city opens like a map you can walk through: columned monuments framing distant castle silhouettes, broad Georgian streets descending toward gardens and squares.
This self-guided treasure hunt uses the Go Quest Adventures app to turn New Town into a puzzle — find clues, solve challenges and earn points as you move from Calton Hill down through the geometric streets to Princes Street Gardens and finish at St Andrew Square. New Town was laid out in the late 18th century as a planned Georgian grid (James Craig’s design) and earned the nickname "Athens of the North" for its classical architecture; the Quest highlights those civic details while nudging you toward lesser-seen corners and local stories.
Expect 3 hours of easy walking across paved streets and short stair sections; the experience is suitable for couples, families, school groups and corporate teams. The app is English-only and must be used during daylight hours — start when it suits you, but early avoids peak crowds. Practical points: carry a charged smartphone (the game runs on mobile), bring a portable battery, wear grippy walking shoes and layer for Edinburgh’s quick weather shifts. Public transport serves the New Town well if you need to exit early.
Play with a competitive edge (leaderboards are live) or take it slow and stop at cafés on Rose Street. Respect private garden squares, watch for traffic at intersections, and treat the historic fabric with care — the best discoveries come from paying attention.
easy.
3 hours.
Light walking ability; suitable for most fitness levels though involves several miles of urban walking.
You can start any time during daylight hours; the experience is self-guided so there are no fixed start or end times.
The guiding app is provided in English only, so some knowledge of English helps with puzzles and instructions.
Yes—puzzles are family-friendly and the activity suits school groups and mixed-age teams, though younger children may need adult help with some clues.
Yes—the self-guided format allows breaks; your progress and points are tracked through the app but plan to finish during daylight.
Edinburgh New Town was planned in the late 18th century to relieve overcrowding in the Old Town; its Georgian grid and classical façades reflect Enlightenment-era civic ideals.
Respect private garden squares and historic stonework, dispose of litter properly, and keep audio volumes low to preserve the area’s character and visitor experience.
Go Quest Adventures operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Stand on Calton Hill at first light and the city opens like a map you can walk through: columned monuments framing distant castle silhouettes, broad Georgian streets descending toward gardens and squares.
Stand on Calton Hill at first light and the city opens like a map you can walk through: columned monuments framing distant castle silhouettes, broad Georgian streets descending toward gardens and squares.
This self-guided treasure hunt uses the Go Quest Adventures app to turn New Town into a puzzle — find clues, solve challenges and earn points as you move from Calton Hill down through the geometric streets to Princes Street Gardens and finish at St Andrew Square. New Town was laid out in the late 18th century as a planned Georgian grid (James Craig’s design) and earned the nickname "Athens of the North" for its classical architecture; the Quest highlights those civic details while nudging you toward lesser-seen corners and local stories.
Expect 3 hours of easy walking across paved streets and short stair sections; the experience is suitable for couples, families, school groups and corporate teams. The app is English-only and must be used during daylight hours — start when it suits you, but early avoids peak crowds. Practical points: carry a charged smartphone (the game runs on mobile), bring a portable battery, wear grippy walking shoes and layer for Edinburgh’s quick weather shifts. Public transport serves the New Town well if you need to exit early.
Play with a competitive edge (leaderboards are live) or take it slow and stop at cafés on Rose Street. Respect private garden squares, watch for traffic at intersections, and treat the historic fabric with care — the best discoveries come from paying attention.