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The Headless Horseman in Edinburgh: Self-guided walking tour game

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Overview

A spooky, self-guided walking tour game through central Edinburgh.

You have made new friends online. They have found an old journal and are trying to solve the mysterious disappearance of its owner. The old notes describe a Headless Horseman haunting Edinburgh. Maybe the journal also offers the clues needed to find out what happened? You are invited to join an investigation, but one of your new friends never shows up at your agreed meeting spot. Follow clues through Edinburgh. Participate in the story in each location through gamification. Examine mysterious items and crack codes while you explore the city's historical surroundings.

This audio walking tour game is self-guided via a GPS-based app downloaded to your phone. When you buy the tour you'll receive an email with instructions on how to download the app which serves as your guide and narrator. Listen to the story while you walk, and solve puzzles in each location. You can start, pause and end the tour when you want.

What's Included

  • The StoryTourist App
  • This tour belongs to you after purchase, you can use it any time you want.
  • Audio guide
  • A smartphone and headphones (bring your own)
  • A live guide
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

High Street
Edinburgh EH1, UK

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

End point

Fleshmarket Close
Edinburgh EH1, UK

The tour ends by Fleshmarket Close alley.

What To Expect

Anchor Close

This self-guided walking tour game starts by the Anchor Close alley. Once you are there, open the app and start the Headless Horseman walking tour game.You have come to Anchor Close to meet two people you've gotten to know through an online ghost hunter forum. They have invited you to join an investigation of the 200-year-old disappearance of Ichabod Crane. But, as you stand waiting, only one of your new friends show up at the alley...
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

James' Court

You and your companion head over to the building in James' Court where Ichabod once lived, to see if you can find clues to his disappearance, and maybe find your friend.Some of the buildings in James’ court date back to the 16th century. The close has been the home of Scottish writer James Boswell and 18th century philosopher David Hume.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grassmarket

You follow a lead from Ichabod's journal and visit the Grassmarket square. While in the square, you examine some of Ichabod's belongings.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Greyfriars Bobby

You go to the Greyfriar's Bobby statue and meet a witness, who had a scary encounter with the Headless Horseman.According to legend, the dog Greyfriars Bobby was so loyal to his late master, nightwatchman John Gray, that he spent the rest of his life by his grave at the haunted Greyfriars Kirkyard.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

West College Street

Walk past Edinburgh's Old College University, and make a stop under a bridge to search for supernatural activity.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tron Kirk

Your friend is still missing, but you are desperately trying to find her. A passage of Ichabod's journal leads to the old church Tron Kirk. In 1697, 18-year-old student Thomas Aikenhead ridiculed the Bible outside Tron Kirk. He became the last person in Scotland to be executed for blasphemy.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St Patrick's Church

You reach the St Patrick's church. This seems to be the last location where Ichabod was seen, and traces from your friend lead you here as well.What will you discover outside the church that might clear up both disappearances?
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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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

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Headless Horseman in Edinburgh: Self-guided walking tour game?

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 (BST). 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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Frequently Asked Questions (6)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Headless Horseman in Edinburgh: Self-guided walking tour game?
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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 (BST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • The StoryTourist App.
  • This tour belongs to you after purchase, you can use it any time you want.
  • Audio guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • A smartphone and headphones (bring your own).
  • A live guide.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 13..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the The Headless Horseman in Edinburgh: Self-guided walking tour game is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Headless Horseman in Edinburgh: Self-guided walking tour game will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • The StoryTourist App
  • This tour belongs to you after purchase, you can use it any time you want.
  • Audio guide
  • A smartphone and headphones (bring your own)
  • A live guide

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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

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