Edinburgh for Kids
Edinburgh is full of fun for families, with museums, parks, and attractions designed to keep children entertained year-round.
From hands-on learning at Dynamic Earth to storytelling at the Museum of Childhood and animal encounters at Edinburgh Zoo, the city makes family days out easy.
Our directory features the best kids’ attractions and activities in Edinburgh, including play centres, child-friendly cafés, and outdoor adventures that make the most of Scotland’s capital.
Mining guide demonstrating a miner’s lamp at the National Mining Museum Scotland
National Mining Museum Scotland
National Mining Museum Scotland, Lady Victoria Colliery, Newtongrange, Midlothian, EH22 4QN
Interior view of Edinburgh International Climbing Arena at Ratho
Edinburgh International Climbing Arena: Ratho
EICA Ratho, South Platt Hill, Ratho, Newbridge, EH28 8AA
Aerial view of Lost Shore Surf Resort near Edinburgh
Lost Shore Surf Resort
Lost Shore Surf Resort, 11 South Platt Hill, Newbridge, EH28 8AY
Hive Stadium pitch and stands, home of Edinburgh Rugby
Hive Stadium (Edinburgh Rugby Stadium)
Hive Stadium, 42 Saughtonhall Avenue, Edinburgh EH12 5QY (next to Murrayfield Stadium)