Kids in Edinburgh

The Vennel Viewpoint Edinburgh Castle

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

Holyrood Park

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

The Meadows

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

Bruntsfield Links

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

Inverleith Park

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

Calton Hill

Escape Hunt Edinburgh

Cramond Beach

The Royal Yacht Britannia

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

Royal Mile

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

The Scotch Whisky Experience

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

Civerinos Hunter Square (the original)

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

Dean Village Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Dungeon

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

The Chocolatarium

Auld Reekie Tours

Leith Links

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

Edinburgh Zoo

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

Mary's Milk Bar

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

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