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

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Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders

Learn about the alleys where the 17th century people lived in the city of Edinburgh, but especially how they died during the Black Death, and …More

Learn about the alleys where the 17th century people lived in the city of Edinburgh, but especially how they died during the Black Death, and...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$24
Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour Discover Scotland’s Cold War Secret

Explore the Barnton Quarry Nuclear Bunker, a fascinating relic of the Cold War located just minutes from Edinburgh’s city center. This previously abandoned three-storey R4-class …More

Explore the Barnton Quarry Nuclear Bunker, a fascinating relic of the Cold War located just minutes from Edinburgh’s city center. This previously abandoned three-storey R4-class...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$30
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free

Explore the historic and vibrant city of Edinburgh in your own time, with an award-winning unlimited 24 hour hop-on hop-off bus tour. From the open-top …More

Explore the historic and vibrant city of Edinburgh in your own time, with an award-winning unlimited 24 hour hop-on hop-off bus tour. From the open-top...

1 hour 10 minutes Free Cancellation
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$27
Hogwarts Express and Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

Runs 5 April - 20 October 2027 (selected dates) Escape the city for the day by coach and follow in the footsteps of the world’s …More

Runs 5 April - 20 October 2027 (selected dates) Escape the city for the day by coach and follow in the footsteps of the world’s...

13 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$276
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour

This one-day tour from Edinburgh takes you sightseeing at the impressive Kelpies, to beautiful Loch Lomond, the magnificent Trossachs National Park and the land of …More

This one-day tour from Edinburgh takes you sightseeing at the impressive Kelpies, to beautiful Loch Lomond, the magnificent Trossachs National Park and the land of...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$68
Edinburgh: History Lovers Old Town Walking Tour

Discover the history Edinburgh's most historic quarter in a personal small group setting with an expert local guide. On this intimate 2 hour Walking Tour, …More

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Discover the history Edinburgh's most historic quarter in a personal small group setting with an expert local guide. On this intimate 2 hour Walking Tour,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$25
Loch Ness, Glencoe, the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh

This 12 hour tour will fit in as much of Scotland as can possibly done in one day! You will witness the stunning scenery of …More

This 12 hour tour will fit in as much of Scotland as can possibly done in one day! You will witness the stunning scenery of...

12 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (2,311)
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$79
Hairy Coos and Highland Views: A Short-Day Escape from Edinburgh

Embark on a delightful day tour from Edinburgh, where Scotland’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes await. There are two versions of this tour available, which …More

Embark on a delightful day tour from Edinburgh, where Scotland’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes await. There are two versions of this tour available, which...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$61
Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe and Loch Shiel Tour from Edinburgh

Explore the Highlands as you travel from Edinburgh through Glencoe to the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The spectacular scenery features filming locations from Skyfall, Highlander and Harry …More

Explore the Highlands as you travel from Edinburgh through Glencoe to the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The spectacular scenery features filming locations from Skyfall, Highlander and Harry...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$91
Day Trip to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park with Optional Stirling Castle Tour from Edinburgh

Take a small-group day trip from Edinburgh to the beautiful Scottish Highlands and get to know Loch Lomond, Trossachs National Park and Stirling Castle. The …More

Take a small-group day trip from Edinburgh to the beautiful Scottish Highlands and get to know Loch Lomond, Trossachs National Park and Stirling Castle. The...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$53
'A Wee Pedal's' Family Friendly Cycle Tour to Edinburgh's Coast

Why book with A wee pedal? We are Visit Scotland's award winning 'Best outdoor experience' praised for high quality guest experience whilst supporting the local …More

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Why book with A wee pedal? We are Visit Scotland's award winning 'Best outdoor experience' praised for high quality guest experience whilst supporting the local...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$85
Alnwick Castle, Northumberland and Borders Small-Group Tour

Discover the beauty of the Scottish Borders and Northumberland on this full day tour from Edinburgh. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury 16 seat Mercedes …More

Discover the beauty of the Scottish Borders and Northumberland on this full day tour from Edinburgh. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury 16 seat Mercedes...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$124
Best of Scotland in a Day Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

This small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) combines all that’s great about Scotland into a short day out – a castle, …More

This small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) combines all that’s great about Scotland into a short day out – a castle,...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$115
Edinburgh Premium Food and Drink Tour with EatWalk Tours

Explore Edinburgh through food and drink. On this walking tour, your local guide will share the story of the city and you'll enjoy stops along …More

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Explore Edinburgh through food and drink. On this walking tour, your local guide will share the story of the city and you'll enjoy stops along...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$163
St Andrews and Falkland Village Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Explore St Andrews and the ancient Kingdom of Fife on this beautiful and relaxing day tour. We’ll travel along Fife’s famous ‘Coastal Road’ bringing us …More

Explore St Andrews and the ancient Kingdom of Fife on this beautiful and relaxing day tour. We’ll travel along Fife’s famous ‘Coastal Road’ bringing us...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$78
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh

This walking tour is designed to give you a broad understanding of Edinburgh, it's history and culture.  The tour runs for around two hours taking …More

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This walking tour is designed to give you a broad understanding of Edinburgh, it's history and culture.  The tour runs for around two hours taking...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$24
Edinburgh Food Tour with 5 Authentic Tastings & Local Scotch

Welcome to the fairy tale of a city that is Edinburgh! Be it sunny, rainy or foggy; this city has captivated every single person to …More

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Welcome to the fairy tale of a city that is Edinburgh! Be it sunny, rainy or foggy; this city has captivated every single person to...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$106
1 Day Castles, West Highlands and Loch Lomond Tour from Edinburgh

Travel northwest from Edinburgh on this small-group tour for an unforgettable day of stunning mountains, lochs, and ancient Scottish castles. We will take you through …More

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Travel northwest from Edinburgh on this small-group tour for an unforgettable day of stunning mountains, lochs, and ancient Scottish castles. We will take you through...

10 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (978)
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$79
Edinburgh: Festive Bamburgh Castle & Alnwick Winter Adventure

Discover the magic this Christmas on our festive one-day tour to visit magnificent Bamburgh Castle. From the 11th November to 3rd January, see it transformed …More

Discover the magic this Christmas on our festive one-day tour to visit magnificent Bamburgh Castle. From the 11th November to 3rd January, see it transformed...

10 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$80
Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

Entrance to *Doune and Blackness Castles included in tour price. Take this time-travelling adventure through a fantastic array of Outlander sights on a small group day …More

Entrance to *Doune and Blackness Castles included in tour price. Take this time-travelling adventure through a fantastic array of Outlander sights on a small group day...

8 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,207)
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$108
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