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

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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
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$73
Edinburgh Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Pastries, and More

This incredible tour of Edinburgh begins in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle. We’ll take a leisurely walk through the Grassmarket up Victoria Street, one of …More

This incredible tour of Edinburgh begins in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle. We’ll take a leisurely walk through the Grassmarket up Victoria Street, one of...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$80
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
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$25
Tour de los Fantasmas, Misterios y Brujas en Español

On this Spanish tour, follow your guide through the narrow streets of Edinburgh to hear about the city's chilling history of ghosts, murderers and witch …More

On this Spanish tour, follow your guide through the narrow streets of Edinburgh to hear about the city's chilling history of ghosts, murderers and witch...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$23
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
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$245
Food experience in a Hidden Wine Cellar in Edinburgh

Step beneath Edinburgh’s historic streets and discover a hidden Scottish wine cellar just moments from Princes Street. Tucked away among ancient stone walls, aged timber …More

Step beneath Edinburgh’s historic streets and discover a hidden Scottish wine cellar just moments from Princes Street. Tucked away among ancient stone walls, aged timber...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$164
Edinburgh Private Custom Walking Tour - Highlights & Hidden Gems

Edinburgh is a city where well-known landmarks and quieter corners exist side by side, often just a few streets apart. Experiencing both is what gives …More

Edinburgh is a city where well-known landmarks and quieter corners exist side by side, often just a few streets apart. Experiencing both is what gives...

3 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$50
Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Embark on a journey through the heart of Edinburgh with our captivating Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour. Your adventure begins on the iconic Royal Mile …More

Embark on a journey through the heart of Edinburgh with our captivating Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour. Your adventure begins on the iconic Royal Mile...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$5
Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local - Highlights & Hidden Gems

Edinburgh is a city of stories—and this experience is built around the ones that matter to you. Whether you're drawn to medieval intrigue, peaceful green …More

Edinburgh is a city of stories—and this experience is built around the ones that matter to you. Whether you're drawn to medieval intrigue, peaceful green...

2 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$41
Edinburgh: Dean Village Circus Lane Walking Tour with a Local

Escape the overcrowded Royal Mile and enjoy an intimate, personal tour of Edinburgh's hidden gems with a friendly local guide! On this relaxed walking tour …More

Escape the overcrowded Royal Mile and enjoy an intimate, personal tour of Edinburgh's hidden gems with a friendly local guide! On this relaxed walking tour...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$25
Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Departing Edinburgh, travel north into Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, with a relaxed morning refreshment stop in the Highland town of Callander. The …More

Departing Edinburgh, travel north into Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, with a relaxed morning refreshment stop in the Highland town of Callander. The...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$91
Highland Lochs, Glens and Castles Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

On our Highland Lochs, Glens & Castles tour from Edinburgh we will take you to some of the best scenery Scotland has to offer. Majestic …More

On our Highland Lochs, Glens & Castles tour from Edinburgh we will take you to some of the best scenery Scotland has to offer. Majestic...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$87
Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour & Holyrood Palace Ticket

Explore Edinburgh’s Royal History Join a guided tour starting at 10:00 a.m. and walk to Edinburgh Castle, perched on Castle Rock. Discover its dramatic history, …More

Explore Edinburgh’s Royal History Join a guided tour starting at 10:00 a.m. and walk to Edinburgh Castle, perched on Castle Rock. Discover its dramatic history,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$115
Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) and follow in the footsteps of great Scottish heroes on this historic …More

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) and follow in the footsteps of great Scottish heroes on this historic...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$94
Loch Ness, Inverness & Highlands in Spanish.

Nobody offers as much in a single day as our tour to Loch Ness! Cross the Highlands of Scotland, learn the history of Glen Coe, …More

Nobody offers as much in a single day as our tour to Loch Ness! Cross the Highlands of Scotland, learn the history of Glen Coe,...

12 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$89
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
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$66
Highlands & Loch Ness: The Complete Tour

Tour the Scottish Highlands on a day trip from Edinburgh. See Glencoe Valley and the Three Sisters mountain peaks, choose an optional Loch Ness cruise, …More

Tour the Scottish Highlands on a day trip from Edinburgh. See Glencoe Valley and the Three Sisters mountain peaks, choose an optional Loch Ness cruise,...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$53
Harry Potter's Alnwick Castle and Scottish Borders Day Trip

Combine movie magic and historic wonder on this small-group trip through the Scottish Borders and Northumberland. You will visit the picturesque seaside village of Bamburgh …More

Combine movie magic and historic wonder on this small-group trip through the Scottish Borders and Northumberland. You will visit the picturesque seaside village of Bamburgh...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$88
Loch Ness and Scottish Highlands Day Trip in Spanish

Leave the city and head to the Highlands on a guided day trip that includes a visit to the famous Loch Ness. See the pleasant …More

Leave the city and head to the Highlands on a guided day trip that includes a visit to the famous Loch Ness. See the pleasant...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$82
Stunning 90-Minute Firth of Forth Sightseeing Cruise Adventure

Experience our award-winning sightseeing cruise on the Forth for an unforgettable adventure. Glide under the iconic Forth Bridges and take in stunning panoramic views of …More

Experience our award-winning sightseeing cruise on the Forth for an unforgettable adventure. Glide under the iconic Forth Bridges and take in stunning panoramic views of...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$25
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