Kids in Edinburgh

Bruntsfield Links

Ample city park named for its golfing area & also containing a playground for kids.

Cramond Beach

The Chocolatarium

The Royal Yacht Britannia

Large oceanic liner used by Britain's royal family on official state visits for more than 40 years.

The Meadows

Public park includes children's playground, sports pitches, cricket square, with annual summer fair.

Holyrood Park

Parkland around the slopes & crags of Arthur's Seat, with walking & cycling paths & a loch.

Calton Hill

Civerinos Hunter Square (the original)

Traditional Italian dishes are matched by cocktails & wine at this old-school, brick-lined venue.

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Dean Village Edinburgh

Edinburgh Zoo

Large parkland zoo offering keeper talks, hands-on animal encounters and free hilltop safari rides.

Auld Reekie Tours

Mary's Milk Bar

Simple, retro ice cream parlour for homemade gelato, plus coffee and hot chocolate.

The Vennel Viewpoint Edinburgh Castle

Landmark sandstone stairway between tenement buildings, with views of Edinburgh Castle at the top.

The Edinburgh Dungeon

A 70-minute tour through 1,000 years of Scottish history via underground rides & live shows.

Leith Links

Historically a golf course, this open grassy park is a popular place for walks, football & cricket.

The Scotch Whisky Experience

Long-running attraction for a journey through the world of Scotch whisky with tours, a shop & a restaurant.

Royal Mile

Buzzing street linking Edinburgh Castle with Holyrood Palace, lined with quaint eateries & shops.

Inverleith Park

54-acre recreational park with lush meadows, flowers, sports fields, a boating pond & a playground.

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