6 Free Days Out and Things to Do With Kids in Edinburgh
I'm still adding to this list, so keep checking back, please get in touch if you've got any hidden gems to recommend, or if you have a picture to replace any that I'm missing (ie the places that have words). As a thank you, I'll send a 20% money off voucher to spend in the shop for anything that gets used.
I've tried to make sure that all the details on here are up to date, but please do double check on the websites I've linked to before you travel in case anything has changed. Although I'd love to be able to travel to every place on here, time and practicalities dictate that I've sourced a lot of information from 3rd parties so some information might be incorrect (Please let me know if you spot anything that is so that I can amend it).
Especially important: double check parking costs to avoid any nasty surprises on a day out that was supposed to be cheap, and obviously, be careful if you're visiting places with kids, especially where the terrain is dangerous (ruins, cliffs, beaches, slippy paths etc).
Happy adventuring!
A slightly challenging hike up to the top, possibly not for small children. The views of the city are stunning.
Packed with exhibits about the natural world, science, art, fashion, culture, there's so much to do, including heaps of interactive exhibits and actitivities for kids.
Walk around the stunning gardens, set in 70 acres, and including an arboretum, woodland garden, chinese hillside, rock garden. Check before you go if the glasshouses, and the alpine house are open.
A stunning park with a castle background, and a rich history. There's a play area, fountain, statues, and plenty of flowers to admire.
A family friendly museum, teaching the history of Edinburgh's working class people from 18th - 20th centuries.
You know what the kids would love to be filling in as you're exploring new places? An epic activity pack! And it should be filled with easy activity ideas, and stickers, and personalised!
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