Exploring Edinburgh with Family-friendly Itinerary
Day 1: Edinburgh Castle
Located in the heart of the city, it's a must-visit attraction in Edinburgh. Enjoy the stunning view of the city, watch the one o'clock gun, and visit the Grand Hall, the Stone of Destiny, and St. Margaret's Chapel.
Est. Time: 2-3 hours
Est. Distance: 2.1 miles (25 minutes by bus from the hotel)
Day 2: Edinburgh Zoo
Home to over 1,000 rare and endangered animals, it's an excellent place to bring kids and see the Giant Pandas and penguin parade.
Est. Time: 3-4 hours
Est. Distance: 3.5 miles (25 minutes by bus from the hotel)
Day 3: Dynamic Earth
A hands-on, interactive museum dedicated to Earth science. Discover the history of our planet, explore space, and witness the Big Bang. Perfect for kids of all ages.
Est. Time: 2-3 hours
Est. Distance: 1.2 miles (15 minutes by bus from the hotel)
Day 4: Scottish Seabird Centre
Enjoy a spectacular view of the shorebirds and seals. Participate in interactive exhibits and see the live seabirds through remote-controlled cameras around the coast.
Est. Time: 2-3 hours
Est. Distance: 20 miles (1 hour by train from the city center)
Day 5: Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Palace
Hike to the top of Arthur's Seat, an extinct volcano and the highest point in Edinburgh. Afterward, take a tour of Holyrood Palace, the official residence of the royal family in Scotland.
Est. Time: 3-4 hours (including palace tour)
Est. Distance: 3.5 miles (15 minutes by bus from the hotel)
Time and Costs Estimates:
Edinburgh Castle (3 hours, £18 per adult, £10.80 per child)
Edinburgh Zoo (4 hours, £19.50 per adult, £14.50 per child)
Dynamic Earth (3 hours, £16.50 per adult, £10.50 per child)
Scottish Seabird Centre (3 hours, £9.95 per adult, £5.95 per child)
Holyrood Palace (2 hours, £17 per adult, £10.20 per child)
Total Estimated Costs: £315.80 (2 adults, 2 children)
Useful Tips:
If you have more time, spend a day at the National Museum of Scotland, or go on a ghost tour at night. But if you have less time, skip the Scottish Seabird Centre and go to the Royal Botanic Garden, or take a stroll in Princes Street Gardens.