Edinburgh Outdoor Pursuits & Nature




Edinburgh Afternoon Tea or Gin Afternoon Tea Experience
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Edinburgh Afternoon Tea or Gin Afternoon Tea Experience
The stage is set for an indulgent afternoon of taking in the breathtaking sights of Scotland’s capital. Combine two quintessentially British classics with an afternoon tea aboard our vintage Routemaster bus here in Edinburgh. Step aboard the enchanting Red Bus Bistro for an afternoon tea like no other. On your cake stand** you will find...
The Royal Edinburgh
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The Royal Edinburgh
See Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Britannia and Holyrood Palace with one ticket What's included Fast-track access to Edinburgh Castle Fast-track access to Holyrood Palace Fast-track access to Royal Yacht Britannia Access to the Edinburgh Tour Access to the Majestic Tour Access to the City Sightseeing Tour     Three guided...
Historical Walking Tour Edinburgh
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Historical Walking Tour Edinburgh
Meander the medieval grandeur of Edinburgh on a guided history tour What's included 3-hour walking tour to the key sights and historical landmarks of Edinburgh English-speaking live guide     Discover the medieval soul of Edinburgh on a guided walking tour around the city and     Follow your guide's captivating...
The Yard - Edinburgh
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The Yard - Edinburgh
The Yard was established in 1986 as a purpose built indoor and outdoor play facility and adventure playground for children and young people with additional support needs.
Doomed, Dead & Buried Edinburgh Guided Tour
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Doomed, Dead & Buried Edinburgh Guided Tour
Take a spooky stroll through Edinburgh's most haunted locations What's included Exploration of Blair Street Underground Vaults and Canongate Kirkyard An English-speaking guide Small tour group     Explore Canongate Kirkyard and visit the resting places of famous figures, like Adam Smith, the father of economics    ...
Full-Day Edinburgh Military Tattoo & Scottish Highlands Tour
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Full-Day Edinburgh Military Tattoo & Scottish Highlands Tour
See the real Scotland with a scenic Highlands tour and military tattoo show What's included Admission to the Edinburgh Military Tattoo Audio guide (available in German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French & Mandarin) Whisky miniature Local guide Whisky distillery tour Visit to Dunkeld Cathedral Hermitage forest walk Souvenir map WiFi on the...
Hidden & Haunted Ghost Tour
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Hidden & Haunted Ghost Tour
Torture, treason, murders and more on the scariest walking tour in Scotland     Join a Scottish guide for the city's creepiest tour - it's so scary, it's for adults only     Start above ground and learn of hangings, hauntings and more in Edinburgh's wynds and closes     Enter the Blair Street...
Highland Games Tour
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Highland Games Tour
Experience a brawny cultural carnival in the airy Highlands of Scotland What's included Admission to the Highland Games Audio guide (available in German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French & Mandarin) Local Scottish guide Souvenir map     Discover the natural beauty and cultural riches of Scotland's Highlands with a...
Loch Ness Explorer: Roundtrip + Lunch
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Loch Ness Explorer: Roundtrip + Lunch
See the spectacular Highlands and enjoy a picnic lunch What's included Transportation Local Scottish guide Picnic lunch Souvenir map Audio guide     Board your bus in Edinburgh and meet your local Scottish guide, who'll point out all the highlights as you drive to Loch Ness     See Glencoe, Ben Nevis, the Great...
Gorgie City Farm - Edinburgh
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Gorgie City Farm - Edinburgh
Gorgie City Farm has been a much-loved part of the local community in Edinburgh for the past 30 years. We are dedicated to inspiring local people and tourists at our farm. We are proud to offer courses in agriculture, gardening and handicrafts for adults and children. We delight in educating and entertaining city kids with hands-on, exciting...
The Royal Yacht Britannia - Edinburgh
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The Royal Yacht Britannia - Edinburgh
This magnificent ship has played host to some of the most famous people in the world. But, above all, she was home to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family. Now in Edinburgh you are welcome on board to discover the heart and soul of this most special of royal residences.
Edinburgh Zoo
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Edinburgh Zoo
Welcome to Edinburgh Zoo, the largest and most exciting wildlife attraction in Scotland, commited to the highest standards of animal welfare, conservation and environmental education. In just one day, you can meet over 1,000 wonderful animals, in our beautiful parkland setting on the outskirts of Edinburgh. And you can also enjoy a wide range of...
Alien Rock - Edinburgh
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Alien Rock - Edinburgh
alien rock was Scotlands first dedicated indoor climbing centre and has been providing a fun, exciting and friendly venue for indoor climbers since 1994. Indoor climbing is suitable for almost all ages and abilities from the complete novice to experienced climber, whether you visit individually or as part of a group of friends. alien rock is...
Edinburgh Butterfly and Insect World
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Edinburgh Butterfly and Insect World
Why not visit us today for a great day out!  Enter our tropical rainforest paradise and discover… Tropical Rainstorm Experience what a tropical rainstorm is like 1st hand Fish Feeding Animal Handling Join our experts and get the chance to handle tarantulas, snakes and millipedes PLUS many other fascinating daily occurrences...
Dalkeith Country Estate
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Dalkeith Country Estate
Dalkeith Country Estate is a very special place. Only 5 miles from Edinburgh city centre, Dalkeith Country Estate is your great centre for a fun family day out. The exciting adventure playground has giant slides, tree tip walkways, rope swings and its famous flying fox zip slide. It's not all fast and furious fun, re-charge your batteries...
Craig House - Musselburgh
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Craig House - Musselburgh
Should you wish to take advantage of the warmer days al fresco dining is available. However you can enjoy looking out on the beer garden and play area throughout the year as many of our tables have window views.
Brewers Fayre Queens Crossing - Edinburgh
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Brewers Fayre Queens Crossing - Edinburgh
  At the Queens Crossing you'll find pub food as it should be! With our every day great value menu, our dedicated and friendly team will ensure you of a memorable visit and a warm welcome. So whether you're shopping in nearby Edinburgh, visiting the Bridges or Port Edgar, make sure you pay us a visit and experience our famous hospitality ...
Battlezone Edinburgh Mini Paintball
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Battlezone Edinburgh Mini Paintball
For those not old enough for the big guns, we offer 'Mini Paintball' for warriors 8-11years old. If your child is 12 years and older check out our regular edinburgh paintball options. Our junior paintball option is perfect for children experiencing paintball for the first time. Treat them to an unforgettable experience as they explore...
Vogrie Country Park
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Vogrie Country Park
Vogrie offers a haven of tranquillity in the heart of Midlothian's countryside. It retains much of its character as a Victorian parkland estate, with sweeping carriage drives, beautifully landscaped vistas, an original walled garden and the baronial styled Vogrie House
Almondell and Calderwood Country Park
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Almondell and Calderwood Country Park
Almondell and Calderwood Country Park is a 220-acre Country Park in Mid Calder, offering woodland and riverside walks, picnic areas and seating and barbecue facilities (although booking for barbecues is essential).  The Park's Visitor Centre also has an aquarium,  a function room and sells refreshments.  The Ranger Service based at...
Cluny Clays
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Cluny Clays
Cluny Kids offer fun days out in Fife near Edinburgh. You can choose from family days out, shooting, archery, air rifle shooting, golf, parties and much more. It is the perfect day for children and adults. If that's not your cup of tea why not visit our restaurant which offers great value meals and snacks, made from fresh local supplies. Home...
Almond Valley Heritage Trust
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Almond Valley Heritage Trust
All the family will enjoy a wonderful day out at Almond Valley Heritage Centre, situated at the heart of Scotland just outside Livingston, West Lothian. Nestled in a pleasant riverside site with woods and green spaces that extend for almost a mile, there's so to do and see. The picturesque buildings and paddocks of Mill Farm are home to many...
GO APE Beecraigs - West Lothian
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GO APE Beecraigs - West Lothian
If you like the idea of an amazing high wire forest tree top course then Go Ape could be just your thing. We have Tarzan swings, rope bridges, ladders, tunnels and zip lines suspended up to 40 feet high in the tree tops. Go Ape is an award-winning confidence course with branches throughout the UK.  The Go Ape course will appeal to a...
Beecraigs Country Park
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Beecraigs Country Park
Nestled high in the Bathgate Hills near the historic town of Linlithgow, Beecraigs caters for a wide range of leisure and recreational ACTIVITIES within its 370 hectares (913 acres).  Advice, information, venison sales, craft sales, gift vouchers and refreshments are available from the Visitor Centre.  There are charges for the use of...
Five Sisters Zoo Park
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Five Sisters Zoo Park
The Zoo has grown into an exciting collection of over 100 different species of animals, birds and reptiles from all around the world and we hope that your visit will be a fun, enjoyable and educational one for all ages. The Five Sisters Zoo was established in 2005 and is the only wildlife attraction centre in West Lothian.  We are located...
Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway
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Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway
The Scottish Railway Preservation Society is dedicated to the advancement of Scottish railway heritage. It has the largest collection of railway locomotives, carriages, wagons, equipment and artefacts outside the National Railway Museum.
Leven Beach
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Leven Beach
A long beach, stretching some 2,141 linear metres, which has private amusement arcades; kiddies rides; summer fair; putting green, crazy golf and skateboard ramp.
Scottish Seabird Centre
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Scottish Seabird Centre
The Scottish Seabird Centre is an award-winning five star wildlife attraction with something for everyone, come rain or shine: Discovery Centre, boat trips, gift shop and café at North Berwick.
Zetland Park
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Zetland Park
Zetland Park is the main park in Grangemouth. Among the facilities Zetland Park offers are crazy golf, tennis courts, bouncy castle, giant slide and electric cars. There are also football pitches, rose gardens and a cenotaph. The adjacent Sports Complex contains a swimming pool and various other sports and leisure facilities.
Kailzie Gardens
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Kailzie Gardens
Situated 2.5 miles from Peebles town centre on the B7062, Kailzie Gardens in the Scottish Borders are open 7 days a week throughout the year. In their seasons, including the display of Snowdrops, Daffodils and sheets of Bluebells, the Gardens provide a rich variety of colour and charm for both the keen gardener, and for the visitor simply...
Muddy Boots
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Muddy Boots
Muddy Boots is essentially a farm shop but they've made the effort to make it a trip rather than a chore. As well as a large cafe with kids' menu there is children's entertainment in the form of a tractor track / quad train, a large jumping pillow, gyro cars, grass sledging, turf boarding and indoor and outdoor play areas!
Polkemmet Country Park
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Polkemmet Country Park
Polkemmet Country Park is a popular 68 hectare (168 acre) visitor attraction near Whitburn.  It is the former private estate of the Baillie family, who lived here for over 300 years. The old mansion house (since demolished) sat where the bowling green is today.  Polkemmet has a rich and varied history, with many interesting stories...
Dollar Park
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Dollar Park
A beautiful park with play area, crazy golf and a bouncy castle for children to enjoy!
Kincardine Way - Falkirk
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Kincardine Way - Falkirk
FUN FACTORY - (Indoor Play Building) OPENING TIMES    Sunday - Thursday 12pm to 8pm. Friday - Saturday 12pm to 9pm. PARTIES    Parties can be arranged at £5.99 & £7.99 per child. Please ring for further details & to discuss your requirements. CHARGES    Per child per hour
East Links Family Park
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East Links Family Park
East Links Family Park is a 20 acre small farm, which provides a fun and safe environment for families to enjoy a day out. Groups of all ages are catered for and there is also an educational element for those who wish it with Animal Information Boards, Quiz sheets and Education Barn. With more than 60 different activities as well as all...
John Muir Country Park
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John Muir Country Park
John Muir Country Park covers some of the most spectacular East Lothian coastline and is a haven for wildlife and people too. From the Castle Ruins in Dunbar, to the Peffer Burn six kilometres to the north, the Park includes the Cliff Top Trail, with fine views of the sea and the historic Bass Rock; the long sandy sweep of Belhaven Bay; the River...
Cairnie Fruit Farm
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Cairnie Fruit Farm
Mega Maize Maze, go karts, playground AND PYO fruit - what a great idea for a family day out! With barrel bug ride, cradle swing, sand box, mini diggers, football pitch, go-karts, 30m flying fox, wave slide, jumping pillow(large) and more out door fun :) The Farmshop, Funyard and Tearoom Opening Times, 7 days March - June 10am-5pm ...
Here you will find a comprehensive list of outdoor pursuits and anything related to the great outdoors in and near to the city of Edinburgh, catering for you, your child, and your family.
This could include hiking, climbing, camping, canoeing, pot holing, mountain biking and other out activities, or simply a stroll around the countryside or in a nearby park.
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