---
title: Fantastic Creatures of Edinburgh, and where to find them!
lang: en
type: tour
city: Edinburgh
country: United Kingdom
price: 30
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_group
availability: bookable
rating: 4.71
reviews: 55
duration_minutes: 90
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: true
schedule_checked: 2026-10-01
data_updated: 2026-10-01
canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/fantastic-creatures-of-edinburgh-and-where-to-find-them/
---

# Fantastic Creatures of Edinburgh, and where to find them!

**Guidekin's take:** Explore Edinburgh through a treasure hunt about creatures and traditional beliefs from Scotland and beyond. A guide, game materials and clues are included, with tasks that involve your surroundings; the price is per group. 4.71 from 55 reviews at €30 per group/vehicle for 1h 30m.

## Overview

A fantastic way to see the city. A classic treasure hunt with a twist that will have you interacting with your surroundings whilst learning about the traditional beliefs of Scotland and the world. 

This is a small business and a work of passion created by some local tour guides that love games and game design.

## Key facts

- Price: from €30 per group/vehicle
- Duration: 1h 30m
- Rating: 4.71/5 from 55 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Recommended by 93% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews)
- Operator: Edinburgh Treasure Hunts

## What's included

- guide
- All the material and clues required for the game

## Schedule

- Runs: Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Hot Toddy cafe (from 10am-7pm, Summer from 9am-10pm), show your booking to the staff to get the treasure hunt pack. Alternatively you can also collect it from the Grassmarket Project on 86 Candlemaker Row (from 10am-4pm).
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:Eh1KZWZmcmV5IFN0LCBFZGluYnVyZ2ggRUgxLCBVSyIuKiwKFAoSCfmNb1uPx4dIEUOx362Q8cGgEhQKEgk3dCQu_caHSBG-ewDcmkTFtg

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €30 | €15 |
| 4 | €30 | €8 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date.

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