Our guide to the best days out in Edinburgh

Edinburgh has a bit of everything – and it’s not nearly as posh as Glaswegians tell you.

Funstation Edinburgh

Funstation Edinburgh is a lively indoor family entertainment centre where fun comes in many forms, all under one roof. Designed to appeal to children,... Keep reading

TBC Improv

TBC Improv delivers fast-paced, unscripted comedy that’s fresh, unpredictable and packed with laughs. Every show is created live on stage, with performers drawing inspiration... Keep reading

Simply Honey

Simply Honey offers a unique and sensory way to discover Scotland’s local honey, combining expert knowledge with a deep respect for nature and sustainability.... Keep reading

World of Bowling

World of Bowling offers a fun-filled indoor entertainment experience where bowling takes centre stage. Designed to welcome families, friends and groups of all ages,... Keep reading

Tartan Viking

Tartan Viking offers unforgettable guided tours that take you deep into Scotland’s most iconic landscapes, stories and history. Designed for travellers who want more... Keep reading

Ride Off Road Scotland

Ride Off Road Scotland delivers an adrenaline-fuelled outdoor experience designed for anyone who wants to get off the beaten track and enjoy the thrill... Keep reading

Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage

The Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage offers a fascinating look into the history of firefighting in Scotland, bringing to life the stories, people and... Keep reading

MakeBelieve

Baby Play Place is a welcoming indoor play space designed especially for babies, toddlers and young children to explore, learn and have fun in... Keep reading

Clubbiedean Trout Fishery

Clubbiedean Trout Fishery offers a peaceful yet rewarding fishing experience set in the heart of the Pentland Hills, just outside Edinburgh. Surrounded by open... Keep reading

Boroed

Boroed offers a distinctive experience designed for people who enjoy doing something a little different together. Rather than being a passive attraction, the focus... Keep reading

Go Ape Edinburgh

Go Ape Dalkeith delivers an exhilarating treetop adventure set within the beautiful surroundings of Dalkeith Country Park, just outside Edinburgh. High above the forest... Keep reading

Battlezone Paintball Edinburgh

Battlezone Paintball Edinburgh delivers a high-energy outdoor experience designed for players who want fast-paced action, teamwork and a serious adrenaline rush. Set across immersive... Keep reading

Craft Beer Tour Edinburgh

The Craft Beer Tour Edinburgh is a relaxed and sociable way to discover the city’s independent beer scene, taking you beyond the usual pubs... Keep reading

Edinburgh Watersports

Edinburgh Watersports offers an unforgettable way to get out on the water and experience Scotland’s stunning coastline from a whole new perspective. Set at... Keep reading

Bruntsfield Links

Bruntsfield Links is one of Edinburgh’s most loved open green spaces, offering a relaxed place to spend time outdoors right on the edge of... Keep reading

Bubblesoccer Scotland

Bubblesoccer Scotland offers a high-energy activity that turns a simple game of football into something completely unforgettable. Wearing giant inflatable bubbles, players can run,... Keep reading

Barnton Bunker

Barnton Bunker is a hidden underground site that offers a rare glimpse into Britain’s Cold War past. Tucked beneath the streets of Edinburgh, this... Keep reading

Portal Golf

Portal Golf delivers a modern, interactive take on the game of golf, designed to be enjoyable for players of all abilities. By blending real... Keep reading

Mountain Marcus

Mountain Marcus offers guided outdoor experiences designed to help people reconnect with nature, movement and the landscapes of Scotland in an accessible and meaningful... Keep reading

Scottish Odyssey

Scottish Odyssey offers immersive, carefully curated journeys that showcase the very best of Scotland’s landscapes, history and culture. Designed for travellers who want more... Keep reading

Thunderdices

Thunderdices creates immersive, story-driven experiences that turn cities, landmarks and hidden corners into live adventures. Blending history, mythology and theatrical storytelling, each experience invites... Keep reading

Supercube

Supercube offers a private karaoke experience designed to bring people together through music, laughter and shared moments. With soundproof rooms reserved exclusively for your... Keep reading

Canto Candle Making Workshops

Canto Candle Making Workshops offer a relaxed and rewarding creative experience, where visitors can learn the art of candle making in a welcoming, hands-on... Keep reading

Swanston Farm

Swanston Farm offers a relaxed countryside escape on the edge of Edinburgh, combining scenic landscapes, welcoming food and drink spots, and memorable encounters with... Keep reading

Days out in Edinburgh

A dramatic castle perched on an ancient volcano. Clubs that bounce til the wee small hours. Those tasty shortbread biscuits.

If you’re after beer and banter, try Dirty Dick’s or the Shoogly Peg on Rose Street. The Ivy on the Square serves lunch in lush surroundings. Then there’s the Lioness of Leith in Duke Street – always a cool place to hang out.

Kids can see pandas at Edinburgh Zoo. You can learn lively footy chants at Easter Road or Tynecastle. Or watch pale people turn pink when it’s ‘taps aff’ weather in Princes Street Gardens. The New Town’s glam boulevards balance out Old Town closes and crannies. Edinburgh rocks – just as buzzing as London but a lot easier to get around.

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