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Edinburgh City of Wizards Exploration Game and Tour

3 Reviews 3.67 out of 5 stars Based on 3 reviews collected by City Sky Diving and TripAdvisor | Edinburgh, Scotland
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50 to 80 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
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Overview

Discover the places in Edinburgh that inspired the story of Harry Potter, by solving clues and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, reenacting the story of reenacting the role of witch Eladora.

As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure?

Highlights include:
• Explore Edinburgh Castle, Greyfriars Bobby Statue, City Chambers, and lesser-known places.
• Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our top-notch writers.
• Discover the true coffee shop where J.K. Rowling wrote her novels.
• Visit the place that inspired Hogwarts.
• Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.

After your booking you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.

What's Included

  • 24/7 customer support.
  • This experience can be played anytime after booking without rescheduling
  • If your group is larger than 15 people, no worries. Just make multiple bookings.
  • Entry tickets to attractions (no needed to complete the tour)
  • A tour guide.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

253 High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1YJ, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Old Medical School
Elsie Inglis Quadrangle, Teviot Place, Edinburgh EH8 9AG, UK

You will finish at Old Medical School.

What To Expect

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Edinburgh City Chambers (pass by)

You will begin at City Chambers. Here you will be given your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
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Museum on the Mound (pass by)

Here you will find your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
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Riddles Court (pass by)

Study your next clue on Riddle's Close.
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Edinburgh Castle (pass by)

To unlock the next part of the story you will be given your next clue to solve the challenge that awaits you.
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Victoria Street (pass by)

Look up your next clue to unlock the next part of the story and give you the correct directions.
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Grassmarket (pass by)

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Grassmarket. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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Greyfriars Bobby's grave (pass by)

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Greyfriars Bobby Statue. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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William McGonagall Tombstone (pass by)

Receive your next clue. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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Thomas Riddell's Grave (pass by)

Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
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U RICE SUSHI (pass by)

Explore at your own pace while admiring the buildings around you.
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School of Health in Social Science, University of Edinburgh (pass by)

You will finish at Old Medical School. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Edinburgh City of Wizards Exploration Game and Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-107194P272

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  • 24/7 customer support.
  • This experience can be played anytime after booking without rescheduling
  • If your group is larger than 15 people, no worries. Just make multiple bookings.
  • Entry tickets to attractions (no needed to complete the tour)
  • A tour guide.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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