Top Activities on the Ground in Edinburgh - page 2

If you can't leave Scotland without playing a round of golf, this private tour handles all logistics. From Edinburgh, your personal driver takes you to Stirling Golf Club, one of Scotland's oldest and most picturesque clubs, where you play 18 holes with a stunning backdrop of the Highlands and Stirling Castle.

No trip to Edinburgh is complete without a stop at the Edinburgh Vaults—aka South Bridge Vaults—the 18th-century underground chambers that lie far below the city. But independent visits aren't allowed. On this underground walking tour, hear tales of this dark and almost-forgotten place below one of Edinburgh’s busiest thoroughfares. See evidence of excavated storage spaces, human habitation, taverns with wine vaults and more.

This hike takes you out and immerses you in nature but still within close distance of the city. You get a taste of what it's like to hike in the Highlands without having to travel so far. You'll learn a bit about plants, animals, and geology, as well as some history and culture of the area. We might even see the local Highland cows! As well as learning new things, you'll get a great workout, some fresh air, and a break from the crowds in the city. I'm a fully qualified professional hiking guide and a landscape photographer leading tours and outings across Scotland. I'm outdoor first aid certified and ensure that everyone is able to do the hike safely and comfortably. I have a background in environment and sustainability, so I can also tell you about conservation and wildlife initiatives in Scotland as well as biodiversity and land management issues. I always try to reduce our impact and we follow Leave No Trace principles.

Experience the best of Scotland on a full-day tour to the Highlands, Glencoe, and more. Ditch crowded bus tours for a more personal adventure in an air-conditioned vehicle with a sunroof for unbeatable views. Listen to insightful commentary from your guide—and chat to fellow travelers—as you learn about Scotland’s rich history. Each tour is customizable, ensuring a personalized adventure.

Go on an adventure in the city of your choice in the United Kingdom with our Urban Escape Games. Stroll through the city with your team (with family or friends) and let yourself be guided by the mobile application. Solve the puzzles and complete several missions. Take a good look at your surroundings to help you! Explore differently: your adventure starts now!

Want to spend a fun and friendly time with family or friends? Go out and discover a city while playing? Play an Urban Escape Game: walk around and let the mobile application guide you to the different points of interest where you will have to solve puzzles and/or carry out missions! In a team of up to 6 people, you will only need your smartphone to embark on the adventure. Explore differently: play an urban Escape Game!

Join the hunt for hidden treasure on this interactive game played out in the wilds of Scotland. Take your bag of clues and head out around Edinburgh and its green spaces to discover the true history of Scotland’s pirates and hear myths about their lives and the booty they stashed around the city. Will you solve the clues and find the treasure?

Set off on an exciting adventure along Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, where history and mystery come together. Solve engaging clues, answer fun questions, and uncover stories from the city’s past. Journey from the iconic Edinburgh Castle to the lively Princes Street Gardens, taking in the sights along the way. Climb a few steps, capture memorable photos, and explore hidden corners tucked throughout the city. This experience blends discovery, challenge, and fun into one unforgettable walk.

Zombie Scavengers in Edinburgh will help prove you can survive a zombie apocalypse! Use an app to find a list of items needed to survive. Find them in any order you'd like and get points for each found survival item. Get points also by doing crazy zombie themed tasks. Survey the area and figure out how to get the most points in order to survive the apocalypse. Should you have any questions along the way, a remote host will chat with you throughout the game. Prove to the world you can survive an apocalypse in Edinburgh today!

Turning Edinburgh Into an Adventure Playground! Get a unique perspective of Old Town/Royal Mile on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt. It's the best way to explore the city! On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way. During your Quest you will not only discover the city's highlights but explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts about the places you visit and see things that most people just pass by. As the activity is all self-guided through the app, you can start your Quest when you want (must be played during daylight hours), there are no set starting/ending times. No groups to follow. You can go at your own pace, stopping for longer in one location, taking a break or having a snack in one of the many cafes and pubs along the trail OR you can make it a race and try to get to the top of the city leaderboard! Instant acess with nothing to print from home. Will you conquer the Quest?

Embark on an outdoor adventure without venturing far from Edinburgh. This day tour from the capital takes you into the Ochil Hills and to Dollar Canyon for a vertical adventure that includes jumps, waterslides, and abseils. One of Scotland's best canyons, Dollar is perfect for first-timers and experienced canyoners alike.

Set off on an exciting adventure along Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, beginning at the historic Edinburgh Castle. Dive into a series of intriguing questions as you wind through Old Town, climb its hills, and uncover stories like the famous Time Gun. Along the way, spot Fringe Festival venues, learn what inspired Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde, and keep an eye out for a golden postbox. Your journey ends at the grand Palace of Holyroodhouse—please note, this is a one-way route!

Discover the thrill of climbing outdoors on natural rock in Instagrammable Scottish locations. Whether you're a total beginner or already climb/boulder indoors, we offers tailored outdoor climbing sessions designed for ages 9 to 70+. Led by experienced instructor Brendan, expect personalized guidance that builds your confidence while ensuring safety. Climb in a picturesque location in Edinburgh itself (other sessions at North Berwick, and elsewhere also possible) where you can tackle routes suited to your ability and enjoy camaraderie with fellow climbers. This is the perfect chance to challenge yourself and enjoy the rewarding experience of outdoor climbing.

The E-bikes that we have for hire are very good quality, comfortable, reliable, and have a fantastic range of up to 30 miles. Customers can expect a brief demo on how the e-bikes function, giving the riders time to familiarise themselves with the bike before setting off on a journey. We also provide a helmet, puncture repair kit, bicycle lock, a local map, and an e-bike charger at no extra cost. A member of our team will also be more than happy to provide information on local bike routes and points of interest.

On our outdoor puzzle tours you will only reach your goal if you can solve a series of tasks. The private detective communicates with you via text and audio clips via an encrypted messenger service and deals with one or the other challenge on your scavenger hunt. Only if you solve the orders will you receive the coveted awards. Start solving the puzzles at any time after booking, conveniently with your mobile phone

Follow clues and find hidden gems in the heart of Edinburgh on this gamified treasure hunt tour designed by local games fans. Learn about the history and tales of the OId Town, and use your treasure hunting kit to find the faeries and other magical fantastic beasts. Rejoin your guide at certain points on the map, and explore the city on foot, getting to know its secrets.

Crack Edinburgh’s Darkest Mystery! Wander through cobbled streets steeped in royal intrigue and eerie legends as you join Maggie Dickson to track down the cursed Hangman’s Hood before it claims its next victim. The Secrets of Edinburgh City Game transforms sightseeing into an immersive adventure, guiding you through iconic landmarks and hidden corners. Highlights include the lively Grassmarket beneath Edinburgh Castle, the colorful Victoria Street, the mysterious Mary King’s Close, and the historic Royal Mile. Whether you play solo for a thrilling challenge or with friends, family, or colleagues, this GPS-based exploration game lets you uncover the city’s stories at your own pace. Solve fun puzzles, riddles, and photo challenges to earn points, unlock clues, and crack the final mystery. You can pause anytime and continue later, or compete for a spot on the leaderboard. Discover Edinburgh like never before with this self-guided city game filled with history, mystery, and excitement.

Explore the city at your own pace while playing the Syndicate City Game, an unforgettable city escape game adventure that offers a lot of freedom and flexibility. You can play when, where and with who you want. Whether you want to play alone for personal excitement or with a group of people this is the game for you! Playing with more groups will turn into a competitive experience, perfect as a teambuilding activity. This game is a fun activity you can do while visiting a city. In this game, each member of your group becomes a character with a vital role in the mission. Everyone will play a fundamental part in achieving success. Our City Game offers the maximum independence, you can play pause & continue whenever you want. HOW TO PLAY: Book the City Game, check the email we send you with the simple instructions, download the Loquiz App, access the City Game and you are ready to begin your gaming experience!

For fans of the hit TV show, "Outlander," a trip to Scotland isn't complete without visiting its filming locations—but finding them independently can be tough. Keep things simple and enjoy a guided tour from Edinburgh to the Highland areas featured in the series, such as Culross, Falkland—which represents Inverness in the series—and Doune Castle, the setting for Castle Leoch. Along the way, hear insider stories and trivia about the series, cast, and crew.

With this Arthur Seat and Port of Leith Distillery E-Bike Tour, you’ll be able to see more than any other tour of the city, in less time! The tour is designed to show you all the most iconic spots of the city. We will take you off the beaten path to explore the most picturesque and charming corners. The tour is conducted by professional mountain bike guides that have a particular and local knowledge of the hidden gems of Edinburgh. The tours can also be conducted in Italian, Swedish and Spanish. The E-bikes that we use are brand new gravel category with mountain bike tyres, suspension and are very easy and comfortable to ride.

Swap the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh's busy streets for the fresh air and sights of the Scottish countryside. This canyoning adventure will have you jumping off cliffs, zooming down natural waterslides, and abseiling down waterfalls. An adrenaline fueled outdoor experience, this canyoning adventure is ideal for thrill-seekers and groups celebrating special occasions, such as bachelor/bachelorette parties.

Lace up your running shoes and explore Edinburgh on foot. This private running tour takes you are the Scottish capital at your own pace and ensures that you see all of the most important city landmarks before tackling the challenging climb up Arthur's Seat for a panoramic view of the city skyline.

Edinburgh is the birthplace of Harry Potter. JK Rowling wrote the books while staying in the city and got her inspiration from different landmarks and locations. During this self-guided walk you will pass the most famous Harry Potter places and step in the footsteps of the young wizard. The scavenger hunt gives the walk an extra game element.

Nature lovers will enjoy this chance to take a day trip from Prague and hike into the enthralling landscape of Bohemian Switzerland National Park. Your guide will lead you to natural wonders including the Pravčická Gate rock bridge and Tisa Rocks, while sharing local legends and pointing out filming locations from The Chronicles of Narnia. At the end of the hike, the group will stop for lunch and beer tasting at a traditional Czech brewery (own expense).