The best family-friendly activities in Edinburgh for parents and kids (Updated November 2026)

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Edinburgh: The Kelpies, Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & Trossachs

Your first stop is The Kelpies, two iconic 30-metre-high horse-head sculptures near Falkirk that celebrate Scotland's industrial heritage and the mythical water spirits of Scottish …More

Your first stop is The Kelpies, two iconic 30-metre-high horse-head sculptures near Falkirk that celebrate Scotland's industrial heritage and the mythical water spirits of Scottish...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$61
Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Small-Group Tour

Discover the beauty and history of Scotland on our small-group tour to Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond, travelling in comfort aboard a luxury Mercedes minivan …More

Discover the beauty and history of Scotland on our small-group tour to Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond, travelling in comfort aboard a luxury Mercedes minivan...

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,320)
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$71
Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

Immerse yourself in spectacular scenery, beguiling mystery and dramatic history on this day trip from Edinburgh. Traveling to the Scottish Highlands, witness the stunning vistas …More

Immerse yourself in spectacular scenery, beguiling mystery and dramatic history on this day trip from Edinburgh. Traveling to the Scottish Highlands, witness the stunning vistas...

13 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (2,409)
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$74
1 Day Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

Embark on an unforgettable full-day journey through the Highlands, where breathtaking landscapes and legendary tales await. Stand on the shores of mysterious Loch Ness or …More

Embark on an unforgettable full-day journey through the Highlands, where breathtaking landscapes and legendary tales await. Stand on the shores of mysterious Loch Ness or...

12 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (3,858)
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$70
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

Take an adventure into the Highlands as you explore the lochs, mountains and castles of Scotland. Enjoy spectacular views of Kilchurn castle, wander around Inveraray …More

Take an adventure into the Highlands as you explore the lochs, mountains and castles of Scotland. Enjoy spectacular views of Kilchurn castle, wander around Inveraray...

10 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (538)
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$78
Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle - Small Group Walking Tour

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond …More

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,880)
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$70
Evening Ghost & Underground Vaults Tour with Candlelit Whisky

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond …More

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (693)
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$43
Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish

Without a doubt, this is the most complete tour of all! Explore the forests of the Highlands, visit dream lakes and learn about the history …More

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Without a doubt, this is the most complete tour of all! Explore the forests of the Highlands, visit dream lakes and learn about the history...

12 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (227)
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$88
Edinburgh: Holy Island, Alnwick Castle & Kingdom of Northumbria

Explore the scenic coastal route between Edinburgh and the ancient kingdom of Northumbria. Visit Alnwick Castle, see Holy Island, taste some Mead brewed by monks …More

Explore the scenic coastal route between Edinburgh and the ancient kingdom of Northumbria. Visit Alnwick Castle, see Holy Island, taste some Mead brewed by monks...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (515)
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$89
Edinburgh City Bike Tour - Choice of E-Bike or Manual

NOTE: Please arrive 15 mins before tour start time to set up. Kids under the age of 13 yrs old can join us only on …More

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NOTE: Please arrive 15 mins before tour start time to set up. Kids under the age of 13 yrs old can join us only on...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (277)
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$85
The Outlander 1 Day Experience

We take you on a journey to some of the most famous scenes from the hit series visiting the locations that lets you step back …More

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We take you on a journey to some of the most famous scenes from the hit series visiting the locations that lets you step back...

8 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (689)
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$52
Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

Enjoy a unique experience visiting some of the most charming places in Scotland: Glencoe, Ben Nevis, Great Glen and, of course, Loch Ness. This is …More

Enjoy a unique experience visiting some of the most charming places in Scotland: Glencoe, Ben Nevis, Great Glen and, of course, Loch Ness. This is...

12 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (734)
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$92
St Andrews & Cliffs and Dunnottar Castle in Spanish.

Visit with us the city history of St Andrews, Dunnottar Castle, the bridges of South Queensferry and Falkland, famous for representing Inverness in the Outlander …More

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Visit with us the city history of St Andrews, Dunnottar Castle, the bridges of South Queensferry and Falkland, famous for representing Inverness in the Outlander...

11 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (106)
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$88
Big Bus Edinburgh 24 or 48 hour Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Tour

Discover Edinburgh with a Big Bus hop-on, hop-off open-top bus tour. Explore the city at your own pace on the City Tour or Britannia Tour, …More

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Discover Edinburgh with a Big Bus hop-on, hop-off open-top bus tour. Explore the city at your own pace on the City Tour or Britannia Tour,...

1 hour 10 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (462)
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$30
Eating Edinburgh: Old Town Small-Group Food Tour with Drinks

Edinburgh doesn't give up its best stories easily, but it does give them up over food. On this 3-hour small-group tour, you'll move between the …More

Edinburgh doesn't give up its best stories easily, but it does give them up over food. On this 3-hour small-group tour, you'll move between the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (355)
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$140
1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour

Set off from Edinburgh on an exhilarating one-day adventure through the stunning Scottish Highlands. This unforgettable tour combines the rich heritage of Scotland's whisky making …More

Set off from Edinburgh on an exhilarating one-day adventure through the stunning Scottish Highlands. This unforgettable tour combines the rich heritage of Scotland's whisky making...

12 hours 25 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (378)
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$73
Silent Disco Adventure Tour

Join the team as we take you on a journey of song and dance through the famous streets of Edinburgh. This musically instructed adventure aims …More

Join the team as we take you on a journey of song and dance through the famous streets of Edinburgh. This musically instructed adventure aims...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.9 (384)
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$25
Ghost Bus Tour of Edinburgh

Prepare to be scared silly on a 75 minute ghost bus tour around Edinburgh’s ghoulish haunts. Under the guidance of a creepy onboard conductor, cruise …More

Prepare to be scared silly on a 75 minute ghost bus tour around Edinburgh’s ghoulish haunts. Under the guidance of a creepy onboard conductor, cruise...

60 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation
4.4 (2,913)
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$28
Edinburgh: Arthur's Seat Hike with Local Guide

On this tour up to Arthur's Seat, your friendly, knowledgeable and professional guide will lead you through Holyrood Park and talk you through the very …More

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On this tour up to Arthur's Seat, your friendly, knowledgeable and professional guide will lead you through Holyrood Park and talk you through the very...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (114)
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$32
3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh

Scotland is a big place and with so many amazing places to explore you’ll be right to be excited about your 3 day Isle of …More

Scotland is a big place and with so many amazing places to explore you’ll be right to be excited about your 3 day Isle of...

3 days
4.9 (1,610)
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$242
Edinburgh: St Andrews & The Fishing Villages of Fife

Enjoy a relaxing one-day tour to St Andrews from Edinburgh. This tour allows for a relaxed journey, offering plenty of free time to explore St …More

Enjoy a relaxing one-day tour to St Andrews from Edinburgh. This tour allows for a relaxed journey, offering plenty of free time to explore St...

8 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (499)
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$65
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