Dynamic Earth

📍 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh EH8 8AS
📞 +44 131 550 7800
🌐 https://www.dynamicearth.co.uk

Dynamic Earth is Edinburgh’s immersive journey through our planet’s story — a mix of science centre, interactive museum, and cinematic adventure.

Looking for upcoming events? Browse our latest Dynamic Earth events, including planetarium shows, science activities, family trails, sing-alongs, and Fringe performances.

Sitting at the foot of Arthur’s Seat and next to the Scottish Parliament, it takes you from the Big Bang to the present day using state-of-the-art visuals and hands-on exhibits.

Inside, you’ll experience tropical rainstorms, feel a real iceberg, walk through prehistoric landscapes, and dive into the depths of the ocean. Every gallery is designed to be interactive, making it a favourite for families, school trips, and anyone who loves science presented with a bit of theatre.

The centrepiece is the 360° Planetarium, featuring daily astronomy, space, and nature shows on its full-dome screen — a stunning experience whether you’re into stargazing, climate science, or visual storytelling.

Highlights:

• Journey through Earth’s history, from the Big Bang to modern ecosystems
• Meet dinosaurs, explore glaciers, and travel through ancient landscapes
• Experience the high-tech Planetarium with full-dome cinematic shows
• Hands-on galleries perfect for children and curious adults alike
• Café, shop, and schools programme on site
• Located minutes from Arthur’s Seat and Holyrood Palace