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Edinburgh Self-Guided Detective Murder Mystery Game
- Duration2 hours
- GroupPrivate tour
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesGerman, English, Italian
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Edinburgh becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you.
The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past National Records of Scotland, Old College, the Scottish National Gallery and McEwan Hall. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up.
Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of Edinburgh.
What you will do
Solve a murder in Edinburgh on this self-guided murder mystery game, a detective trail that turns the historic centre into your crime scene. Following in the footsteps of Sherlock Holmes, you gather evidence at real locations: a coded message near National Records of Scotland, a photo task at Old College, a witness statement that does not match what you saw at the Scottish National Gallery. Every puzzle you solve takes another name off the list of suspects. The game takes about 2 hours and you play at your own pace. One ticket covers a team of 1 to 4 people sharing one phone; larger groups buy extra tickets and can race each other. Choose a start date and time when booking, then begin whenever it suits you - there is no guide to meet and no fixed departure. Stop for lunch, leave the case where it stands and pick it up later. A smartphone with an internet connection is required. Your investigation starts at Canongate Kirk. After booking, you receive an email with your instructions and game link. Download the free Loquiz app before you set off, head to the start location and open the link to begin.
Places you'll visit
- National Records of Scotland2 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2ER, United Kingdom
- Bristo Square Edinburgh4 Teviot Place, Edinburgh, EH1 2QZ, United Kingdom
- National Museum of ScotlandChambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF, United Kingdom
- St Giles' CathedralHigh Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1RE, United Kingdom
- Museum on The MoundThe Mound, St. James's Place Bank, Edinburgh, EH1 1YZ, United Kingdom
- Royal MileHigh St., Edinburgh, EH1 2PB, United Kingdom
- Saint Andrew SquareGeorge Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2AD, United Kingdom
- Stramash207 Cowgate, Edinburgh, EH1 1JQ, United Kingdom
- Scott MonumentE. Princes St Gardens, Edinburgh, EH2 2EJ, United Kingdom
- Adam Smith StatueParliament Square, Edinburgh, EH1 1RE, United Kingdom
- National Galleries Scotland: NationalThe Mound, Edinburgh, EH2 2EL, United Kingdom
- Talbot Rice GalleryOld College South Bridge, South Bridge, Edinburgh, EH8 9YL, United Kingdom
- McEwan HallTeviot Place, Bristo Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9AG, United Kingdom
- Tron Kirk Market122 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1SG, United Kingdom
- Lady Stairs HouseLady Stairs House Lady Stair's Close Lawnmarket, Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PA, United Kingdom
- Greyfriars26A Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh, EH1 2QE, United Kingdom
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
Head toward the established meeting point and start the game. Let the app guide you from there.
End / drop-off
Head toward the established meeting point and start the game. Let the app guide you from there.
Redemption
Indirect delivery
Right after the booking you will receive an email with the instructions and the login to start the game. Follow the instructions and start the game.
What's included
Included
- Murder Mystery Game
Not included
- information about highlights
- interaction with the city
- smartphone or other devices
- tour guide
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 15 travellers per booking
- Age bands: Traveler (0–120)
Additional information
- Select Spanish, English, German, French, Italian and Dutch as your written guide language
Languages
- Guide
- German, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
Important booking information
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Europe/London
- Product code
- 30066P286
What you'll be asked when booking
- Any special requirements
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