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The Alchemist : Citywide escape game in Edinburgh

120 minutes 2,3 km 12 years old 1 to 6 players

The year of our Lord 1555. Right before your eyes, the guards arrest Josyne, a villager accused of witchcraft. In the streets of Edinburgh, your investigation begins.

Discover the story

39,99 €

per team of 1 to 6 players

or per player

How many players?

No booking needed
Valid for 3 years

The code is activated when you start the game. Until then, write to hello@coddygames.com for a refund.

Give this game as a gift

You receive the code by email right after purchase and pass it on to whoever you like. They play on the day that suits them, within 3 years, with no date to book. Not sure which game? Give the gift card and let them pick their own city and adventure.

A question?

Estimated duration120 minutes

Estimated distance2,3 km

Per team1 to 6 players

From12 years old

Languages

A witch, really?

You play an alchemist in 1555, in an investigation drawn from real events. Josyne Van Vlasselaer really existed: she was an ancestor of Beethoven.

An arrest before your eyes

You were just passing by. The city guards lead Josyne away, accused of witchcraft. What on earth could she have done to deserve that?

Help or accuse

Your first decision changes the course of the adventure. Stand up for her, or join those pointing the finger? With strange things happening all over town, you might well hesitate.

Witnesses to question

Pernelle, the Burgomaster, the Judge, the Governor, the Bishop. You cross the city to meet them and examine every clue. The hard part is telling real leads from rumours.

Before the trial

Gather clues and witnesses in time to present them at the trial. What is at stake: sparing Josyne a tragic end. Time is not on her side.

The witnesses

Four people who may know more than they let on. Flip a card to prepare your questioning.

Edinburgh in 1555

2,3 km on foot, 17 places along the way. You may know these streets. You have never looked at them like this.

Start Location 17 George St, Edinburgh

Directions
End Location 27 Chambers St, Edinburgh

Directions

Map of the The Alchemist Edinburgh route

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Start Location

St Andrew's & St George's West

17 George St, Edinburgh
1

Melville Monument
2

Dundas House
3

General Register House
4

Balmoral Hotel
5

Edinburgh, North Bridge, South African War Memorial
6

Edinburgh, North Bridge, Scotsman Steps
7

Tron Kirk
8

Mercat Cross
9

St Giles' Cathedral
10

French Institute of Scotland
11

National Library of Scotland
12

Edinburgh, 23-25 Chambers Street, Crown Office
13

National Museum of Scotland
14

Scott Monument
15

Scottish National Portrait Gallery
End Location

Edinburgh Sheriff Court & Justice of the Peace Court

27 Chambers St, Edinburgh

What awaits you in Edinburgh

Edinburgh, 1555. A wind of mystery sweeps through the city as Josyne, a villager accused of witchcraft, has just been arrested. Fate places you as a witness to this scene: will you follow your heart and help her, or condemn her with the crowd? Your choices will shape the adventure and its outcome, each decision opening new paths.

Set out to explore the medieval alleyways, question colorful characters—from the Burgomaster to the Bishop—and gather intriguing clues. Between legends and real historical facts, you will uncover the secrets of a fascinating story, inspired by true events, that will bring you closer than ever to the truth.

With a journey leading you from the city’s heart to Edinburgh’s iconic landmarks, this immersive and fast-paced adventure challenges you to separate fact from fiction. Collect evidence, trust your intuition, and unravel the mystery of the alchemist, in a gripping race against time!

A family playing a Coddy game near a fountain in town

Ready in three steps

No guide, no booking: your smartphone runs the game.

1

Buy your code

You receive it by email. One code covers a team of 6 players.
2

Pick your moment

Start on the day and at the time you choose.
3

Let the app guide you

The free Coddy app leads you from riddle to riddle.

One smartphone is enough for the team Hints if you get stuck Set off with a charged battery

4,3 /5

Average rating from 17 player reviews

Positive reviews82 %

The players' verdict

nice option to take a relaxing approach and be able to continue the game later on

Petra B.

The Alchemist EDINBURGH 11/10/2024

Before you book

The questions people ask most before buying.

All frequently asked questions

Do we have to pick a date?

No. Your code stays valid for 3 years from purchase. You start the game on whatever day and time suits you.

Can I give the game as a gift?

Yes. You receive the code by email and pass it on to whoever you like. It stays valid for 3 years with no date to set, so they play on whatever day suits them. To let them choose the game, give the Coddy gift card instead.

Is the game suitable for beginners?

Yes. The riddles call for observation and logic, not special knowledge, and hints get you going again if you are stuck. The game is recommended from age 12.

There are more than 6 of us, what do we do?

Take one code per team of up to 6 players. Teams set off at the same time and play the same route in parallel. The booking card works out the number of codes for you.

How many smartphones do we need?

One is enough for the whole team. Up to 6 phones can join the same game, handy if a battery runs low.

What if we get stuck on a riddle?

The Hint button in the app puts you on the right track, step by step. Each hint weighs a little on your final score, but nobody stays stuck.

Can I get a refund?

Yes, as long as the code has not been activated. Contact Coddy support before you start the game.