Category Archives: CHILDREN

Quirky and unusual places in Edinburgh you’ll love! 

1. Gilmerton Cove | 16 Drum Street, Edinburgh   Gilmerton Cove is a series of underground passageways and chambers hand-carved from sandstone located beneath the streets of Gilmerton, an ex-mining village, now a southeastern suburb of Edinburgh, Scotland. There are many theories about the origins of the Cove and its purpose.  Visit this series of hand-carved […]

EASTER IN EDINBURGH

Fort Douglas Easter Activities | Dalkeith Country Park, Via King’s Gate, Dalkeith, Edinburgh, Scotland EH22 1ST Saturday 1st April – Sunday 16th April https://www.dalkeithcountrypark.co.uk/event/fort-douglas-easter-activities/ Plan a fun day out at Fort Douglas with the kids and take part in the Easter-themed scavenger hunt. Collect your map in the Fort Douglas Easter activity area and search […]

The best Museums and Galleries in Edinburgh

  National Museum of Scotland – Chambers Street    The building of the National Museum of Scotland features over 10.000 items. Including countless works of art, jewels and weapons that reveal the country’s culture and history.  Entry & Guides are free!      Museum of Edinburgh – Canongate, Royal Mile    The museum of Edinburgh reflects […]

SCOTLAND “ON LOCATION” TOURS

From its Castles, Victorian and Georgian architecture to pristine lochs and lofty mountains, Scotland is a filmmaker’s dream. Over the years, Scotland has been the backdrop of countless productions. We have assembled our top picks of sights to visit that will make you feel like you are “on location”. Outlander Locations Tour  Outlander has had […]

6 Sightseeing Walking Tours  

Every traveller should have Edinburgh on the top of their bucket list! Its rich past, royal legacy, and elegant medieval streets will make you wish you never had to leave. The well-known spots are also close together, which makes it a perfect city to explore on foot. Here are 6 walking tours that we think […]

OUR TOP 5 PICKS FOR FOOD AND DRINK TOURS IN EDINBURGH

  Whilst sight-seeing is a major part of visiting Edinburgh, indulging in the food and drink is tantamount to making the most of your cultural experience in the city. We have highlighted our top 5 picks for Edinburgh’s best food and drink tours. Click on the booking links to secure your place now. Edinburgh’s Luxury […]

The Neighbourgood Market at Stockbridge is back this summer!

The Neighbourgood Market at Stockbridge is back this summer from 11th May until 17th July! It will be even bigger and better than last year! Amazing selection of street food, local homegrown beverages and so much more! Opening times are: Wed – Fri 12-9 and Sat & Sun 10-9 Entry fee of 3£ only on […]

See Your City

During half-term my son and I headed out on a dreary Scottish Wednesday morning for See Your City’s Harry Potter walking tour of Edinburgh. Our genial hostess, Monique, was a diehard Harry Potter fan and showed up complete with her Hufflepuff backpack and numerous badges as well as the sorting hat to put us into […]

The Chocolatarium

In February 2020, I was joined by my 12 year old son on a 90 minute tour of The Chocolatarium, just off the The Royal Mile, near Canongate. This is a true hidden gem! And most definitely not to be missed! It was a great experience from start to finish, with a very educational and well-presented tour […]

What to do in Edinburgh with the kids

Half term break in Edinburgh with the kids? We’ll be adding to the list below over the next few days so you can have a great break with the kids in Edinburgh. Animal Lovers Edinburgh Zoo A great day out for the whole family. Wear sensible walking shoes, as it is quite hilly. Discounted tickets […]