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Edinburgh - Greyfriars & Grassmarket

Edinburgh

Greyfriars & Grassmarket

Edinburgh - Greyfriars & Grassmarket

Locate the long-lost treasure of Bobby's master!

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5* reviews from
8,000+ happy families

They are a really good and fun way to explore a new town or city, or your local area... Suitable for all ages. We are in our 70's.

– Laura Reeves

We were a group of 3 generations between 17 and 70ish – you really don't need to have children with you to enjoy these trails.

– Sarah Smith

Makes exploring towns really fun.

– Karunen Pillay Vencatasawmy

Great little adventures... and at £10.99 they are good value.

– L Stewart

Fantastic time spent exploring, treasure hunting, seeing new places.

– Jane Stevens

We got to see new places and things you wouldn’t notice, if you were simply walking round.

– Laura Beale

Brilliant fun, covering all ages. I've done these alone, with my teen kids and even did one as a first date!

– Zara Lyford

A great way of visiting a place in a way you wouldn't normally.

– DaveB3650

You look at features of towns you don't normally notice.

– Rachel Hill

Enjoyable solving clues and going to places in the town which we never knew existed.

– Mr Stephen Parnell

An excellent way of exploring a new or familiar place.

– Lucien Riviere

We learnt new details about a location we thought we knew.

– Kate Hood

Explore Edinburgh Differently

Discover somewhere new - or rediscover somewhere you thought you knew.

A family reading a Treasure Trails booklet together on a sunny street
  • Follow a carefully planned self-guided route through the area
  • Use real landmarks and features to crack around 18 clever clues
  • Notice fascinating features you'd normally walk straight past
  • Great fun for everyone from 6 to 106
  • Around 2 hours of exploring
    Around 1.9 miles of walking
  • One trail is perfect for up to 5 people

How it Works

  1. 1. Choose how you want to explore

    Use the App, print your Trail at home, or let us print and post it to you.

  2. 2. Access it
    instantly

    Your App and PDF are ready immediately, whichever option you choose.

  3. 3. Explore
    & solve

    Follow the route and crack the sneaky clues along the way.

  4. 4. Submit
    your answer

    Enter your final
    answer online to
    reveal the ending.

Ready for an adventure?

A trail of clues awaits in

Edinburgh

Legend has it that John Gray, the master of Edinburgh's beloved dog Bobby, left behind a secret treasure in the Old Town area. It's said that Bobby stood guard over his grave to protect this treasure, but after his death, the treasure map and clues were lost. Now, the Intrepid Explorers Society (IES) has uncovered these clues and needs your help to find the long-lost treasure of Bobby's master!

Treasure Hunt Through Greyfriars & Grassmarket

Embark on an exciting self-guided treasure hunt through the historic and picturesque Greyfriars & Grassmarket area of Edinburgh. As you explore the city, you'll follow a series of clever clues that will lead you to the location of the hidden treasure.

But be warned, the treasure won't be easy to find. The clumsy grave-robbers who originally found the treasure map have scattered the clues throughout the city, making it a challenge for even the most intrepid adventurers.

Start your journey in Greyfriars, where John Gray and Bobby were laid to rest. From there, you'll make your way through the bustling streets of Grassmarket, keeping your eyes peeled for the sneaky clues hidden in plain sight.

Do you have what it takes to solve the clues and uncover the long-lost treasure of Bobby's master? The adventure awaits!

Edinburgh - Greyfriars & Grassmarket
Edinburgh - Greyfriars & Grassmarket
Edinburgh - Greyfriars & Grassmarket
From the case file
Edinburgh - Greyfriars & Grassmarket

Your answers hold the key...

Uncover the hiding place and reveal the story behind the treasure.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Edinburgh Greyfriars Treasure Trail starts at:

Cockburn Street

Edinburgh

Lothian

Edinburgh & The Lothians

EH1 1BJ

Scotland


Treasure Hunt Trail

Treasure Hunt Themed Trail

Treasure
Hunt

2+ Hours Duration

2+ Hours

1.9 Miles Walking Distance

1.9 miles

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessible

Pushchair Accessible

Accessible

The Details

  • A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around Edinburgh Greyfriars
  • Ideal for discovering more about where you live or exploring somewhere new
  • Trails are done in your own time at your own pace
  • This Trail is approximately 1.9 miles long and takes 2+ hours to complete
  • This Trail is suitable for all ages from 6 - 106 (no children necessary!)
  • One Trail booklet is enough for 4-5 people
  • Circular loop Trail
  • Mobile phone text service for clue answers if you get stuck, ensuring that no mystery goes unsolved
  • This Trail can be sent to you in the post or downloaded today for instant Trailing fun!

Before you set off on your awesome adventure, there are a few things you need to know...

The Trail is friendly for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Unfortunately, this Trail enters areas where dogs are prohibited, so we would not recommend bringing your four-legged friends along.

The closest long stay pay and display car park to the start of the Trail is the St John's Hill NCP (EH8 9UL), just a 10-minute walk away. Or why not try one of Edinburgh's fantastic Park and Ride services?

There are some fantastic events in Edinburgh's calendar, all of which are great times to visit this beautiful city. However, you may find that some of the clues on this Trail may become obstructed or difficult to access on these occasions - especially during the Fringe Festival. If you would like further information about event dates, please contact Edinburgh Visitor Information.

Public toilets are available at the start and middle of the Trail, and there is a myriad of cafes, restaurants, pubs and other eating establishments throughout the route. The Meadows make a fantastic picnic spot if the weather is nice!

Why not make a day of it by visiting Mary King Close or St Giles Cathedral along the way? You could even challenge yourself to another Trail adventure to uncover more twisting tales about this amazing city!

Mini Explorer Club

We have three super duper themed Clubs for your child to enjoy as part of their Treasure Trail experience.

Perfect for 4-8 year olds, the concept behind the Clubs is that your child will get a bundle of goodies to excite them about their forthcoming Trail experience, something to keep them entertained whilst travelling to and from the Trail, and something to be given on completion of the Trail as a keepsake.

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