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

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2 Days on the Loch Ness Canal of Caledonia and the Highlands

Tour of two days and one night, with accommodation and full breakfast included. Scotland's must-see landscapes and sights in two days. Regions to visit: The …More

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Tour of two days and one night, with accommodation and full breakfast included. Scotland's must-see landscapes and sights in two days. Regions to visit: The...

2 days Hotel pickup offered
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$655
TOUR ALL THE FLAVORS OF SCOTLAND & SKYE! 5 days + 5 nights.

Discover the very best of Scotland on this spectacular 5-day, 5-night journey through some of the country's most beautiful landscapes, historic sites and cultural highlights. …More

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Discover the very best of Scotland on this spectacular 5-day, 5-night journey through some of the country's most beautiful landscapes, historic sites and cultural highlights....

5 days
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$2,001
Multi-Sensory Small Group Historic Old Town 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...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$41
Private Edinburgh Castle Tour

Edinburgh Castle is one of the most evocative castles in the whole of Britain and has dominated the Edinburgh skyline for centuries. In this 3-hour …More

Edinburgh Castle is one of the most evocative castles in the whole of Britain and has dominated the Edinburgh skyline for centuries. In this 3-hour...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$273
Edinburgh Unveiled: Luxury Private Driving Tour of Edinburgh

Experience the grandeur of Edinburgh like never before on our luxurious private driving tour. TRIPorganiser, a cherished local family-run business, is your key to unlocking …More

Experience the grandeur of Edinburgh like never before on our luxurious private driving tour. TRIPorganiser, a cherished local family-run business, is your key to unlocking...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$409
Casks & Chronicles: Day Tour of Scottish Whisky Distilleries

Embark on a sumptuous odyssey through Scotland's liquid gold with an exclusive private tour of the nation's most revered whisky distilleries. Savor the rich history …More

Embark on a sumptuous odyssey through Scotland's liquid gold with an exclusive private tour of the nation's most revered whisky distilleries. Savor the rich history...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$409
Medical and Surgical History of Edinburgh - Private Walking Tour

Let an Edinburgh doctor take you on a deep and fascinating trip into our medical and surgical history! On this three to four hour tour, …More

Let an Edinburgh doctor take you on a deep and fascinating trip into our medical and surgical history! On this three to four hour tour,...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$43
Magical Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Delve into the mystical history of Edinburgh, where visitors of all ages can immerse themselves in the allure of the city's magical past. Explore the …More

Delve into the mystical history of Edinburgh, where visitors of all ages can immerse themselves in the allure of the city's magical past. Explore the...

2 hours
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$34
Edinburgh: Private Outlander Filming Locations Day Tour

Fancy exploring the places that brought your favourite films and TV shows to life? Join TRIPorganiser, a family-run business, on a private journey through Scotland's …More

Fancy exploring the places that brought your favourite films and TV shows to life? Join TRIPorganiser, a family-run business, on a private journey through Scotland's...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$409
Glasgow in a Day: Family-friendly Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Embark on a captivating full-day private tour to Glasgow, where each moment unveils a new layer of the city's diverse charm. Our journey commences at …More

Embark on a captivating full-day private tour to Glasgow, where each moment unveils a new layer of the city's diverse charm. Our journey commences at...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$341
Edinburgh Night Tour with a Local Guide: Private & 100% Personalized

Hold on to your kilts, because you’re about to join one of our local Edinburgh hosts for a night out in this magical city! Enjoy …More

Hold on to your kilts, because you’re about to join one of our local Edinburgh hosts for a night out in this magical city! Enjoy...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$149
Edinburgh Photo Shoot - capture your memories!

L&L photography is dreamy, moody, shadowy, gloomy but glowy! This photoshoot is ideal for solo travelers, couples, families, no rule! *I provide 15 digital photos …More

L&L photography is dreamy, moody, shadowy, gloomy but glowy! This photoshoot is ideal for solo travelers, couples, families, no rule! *I provide 15 digital photos...

30 to 50 minutes
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$245
Round-Trip Transportation to the Braemar Highland Games from Edinburgh

Experience the Annual Royal Braemer Highland Gathering with Highland dancing and Bagpipe bands on this spectacular day trip from Edinburgh. The Braemar Gathering, is always …More

Experience the Annual Royal Braemer Highland Gathering with Highland dancing and Bagpipe bands on this spectacular day trip from Edinburgh. The Braemar Gathering, is always...

1 day Free Cancellation
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$89
Edinburgh's Landscapes Tours with a Local Guide: Private & Personalized

Welcome to the beating heart of Scotland, where sea meets sky and ancient monuments perch atop rocky crags. Follow one of our local Edinburgh hosts …More

Welcome to the beating heart of Scotland, where sea meets sky and ancient monuments perch atop rocky crags. Follow one of our local Edinburgh hosts...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$63
Enchanting Edinburgh: Half-Day Walking Tour with Local City Guide

Discover Edinburgh on a private half-day walking tour led by a knowledgeable local guide. Explore the city’s cobbled streets, hidden gems, historic landmarks, and fascinating …More

Discover Edinburgh on a private half-day walking tour led by a knowledgeable local guide. Explore the city’s cobbled streets, hidden gems, historic landmarks, and fascinating...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$65
Private Tour: Scone Palace, Glamis Castle & St Andrews Highlights

Discover Scotland’s royal heritage on a private day tour from Edinburgh to Scone Palace, Glamis Castle, and St Andrews. Visit Scone Palace, the historic crowning …More

Discover Scotland’s royal heritage on a private day tour from Edinburgh to Scone Palace, Glamis Castle, and St Andrews. Visit Scone Palace, the historic crowning...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$409
Private Dark History Tour: Eerie Edinburgh

On this evening walk you will discover Edinburgh's dark side. Hangman's noose and witches' brew, heinous deeds and restless spirits - the closes of the …More

On this evening walk you will discover Edinburgh's dark side. Hangman's noose and witches' brew, heinous deeds and restless spirits - the closes of the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$52
Private Edinburgh Old Town and Royal Mile Walking Tour

On this private walking tour along the Royal Mile we will explore the medieval Old Town. From cathedrals and closes to kings and crooks – …More

On this private walking tour along the Royal Mile we will explore the medieval Old Town. From cathedrals and closes to kings and crooks –...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$62
Off The Beaten Path Edinburgh: Dean Village Private Walking Tour

Dean Village is one of the oldest villages that lay around the original Royal Burgh of Edinburgh, with a history going back centuries. On this …More

Dean Village is one of the oldest villages that lay around the original Royal Burgh of Edinburgh, with a history going back centuries. On this...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Secrets of the Royal Mile: Private 2.5-hour Walking Tour

This tour is the perfect introductory tour for anyone arriving in Edinburgh for the first time. On your tour, you will visit Edinburgh’s main thoroughfare …More

This tour is the perfect introductory tour for anyone arriving in Edinburgh for the first time. On your tour, you will visit Edinburgh’s main thoroughfare...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$60
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