Edinburgh Ghastly Mystery Trail by Ghastly Guides

🕵️‍♂️ The Case of the Plague Doctor’s Diary: A Ghastly Edinburgh Mystery Adventure

Step into the shadows of the 17th century, where the Black Death stalks the wynds of Edinburgh and a city’s survival hangs by a thread.

The year is 1645. An outbreak of the plague is ravaging the capital, and the city’s only hope—the legendary Plague Doctor—has fallen victim to a brazen crime. His leather-bound diary, containing life-saving remedies and years of secret research, has been stolen. Without it, the city is doomed.

Are you ready to track down the thief and save Edinburgh from a ghastly fate?

🕯️ The Experience

This isn't your average ghost walk. This is a self-guided murder mystery-style investigation that transforms the historic streets into a giant scavenger hunt. Part treasure trail, part mystery adventure, you’ll use your physical booklet to:

Hunt for Clues: Scour ancient landmarks, weathered statues, and hidden plaques.

Eliminate Suspects: Use the evidence you find to cross names off your list in the back of the booklet.

Uncover Dark History: Learn the bone-chilling true stories and local legends that the typical tourist trails miss.

📍 Route Details

Starting Point: Mercat Cross (next to St Giles’ Cathedral).

Finishing Point: The gates of Holyrood Palace.

Distance: Approx. 3.5km.

Duration: 2–3 hours of spine-tingling fun.

💀 Why You’ll Love It

Whether you're a local history buff or a fan of a ghost tour, this booklet offers a deep dive into Edinburgh’s "dark side." Every clue is rooted in real research, blending grim historical facts with the thrill of a classic whodunnit. It’s the perfect way to see the Royal Mile through a different, much darker lens.

Do you have what it takes to solve the mystery before the plague takes hold?