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
A great day out for the whole family. Wear sensible walking shoes, as it is quite hilly.
Discounted tickets available for advance purchase online from £17.95 per adult to Free for 0-3 year olds.
Residents tip – If you don’t fancy going to the actual zoo, you can go for a walk on Corstorphine Hill and look out for a chance encounter with a zebra, or a lion on the other side of the zoo fence!
Scotland’s National Aquarium. Book ahead and treat yourself to a shark dive. Great day out for all the family, and something to be enjoyed when the outdoors is not so inviting.
Discounted tickets available online for advance purchase, save up to 20%. £15.95 before discount to Free for 0-3 year olds
Residents tip – If your kids love a train journey then catch the train to North Queensferry and ride over the iconic Forth Rail Bridge.
Riding and trekking 7 days a week.
£15-£55 depending on length of hack or lesson.
Scottish Seabird Centre North Berwick
Explore the wonder of Scotland’s marine habitat and wildlife with immersive exhibits. Entry is free
Tickets are priced from £11.95 per adult to Free for 0-3 year olds.
Scottish Owl Centre Bathgate
The largest collection of owls in the world with over 100 birds. Daily flying displays and hold an owl experience.
Tickets from £8.50 to Free for 0-3 year olds.
Alpaca Experience visits or farm visits. Tickets are £25 per alpaca walked, up to 2 people per alpaca. Children under 9 may need an adult to share the rope. Alpacas are sociable animals, so minimum of 2 alpacas per experience. Experiences are currently booked up to 2 months in advance, so please reserve as early as possible.