Visitor Centres in Edinburgh
What better way to discover new and unique insights into local culture, nature and heritage than by choosing to visit one of the visitor centres detailed here?
Almond Valley Heritage Centre
Almond Valley Heritage Centre in Livingston, West Lothian, is an award winning farm, museum and discovery centre!
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Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
With five floors and over 100 interactive, hands-on exhibits, we have something to entertain all ages!
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Dynamic Earth
Dynamic Earth is a 5 star visitor experience which invites you to take a journey through time to witness the story of planet Earth.
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Edinburgh Butterfly and Insect World
Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World is the world's longest running butterfly house and one of Scotland's favourite tourist and educational attractions.
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Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Zoo is owned by The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS). The Society was founded in March 1909, and the Zoo opened in July 1913.
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Five Sisters Zoo
Five Sisters Zoo was established in 2005 and is the most-visited wildlife attraction centre in West Lothian!
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Hopetoun House
Situated on the outskirts of Edinburgh, Hopetoun is a place of outstanding natural beauty, which has Scotland's finest stately home at its heart.
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Johnnie Walker Princes Street
Johnnie Walker Princes Street offers a personalised whisky experience where you can explore the flavours of Scotland in the heart of Edinburgh.
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National Museum of Flight Scotland
Head off on a journey of discovery at this former airfield as you explore the history of aviation from the First World War to the present day
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Connecting Scotland to the world and the world to Scotland.
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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a scientific centre for the study of plants, their diversity and conservation, as well as a popular tourist attraction.
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Royal Observatory Edinburgh
The Royal Observatory Edinburgh Visitor Centre runs a variety of programmes and events on site at the Royal Observatory and throughout Scotland. Pre-booking is essential.
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Scottish Gas Murrayfield
Murrayfield Stadium is a sports stadium located in the west end of Edinburgh.
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Scottish Owl Centre
The Scottish Owl Centre is the home to Scotland's largest collection of owls. Located in Polkemmet County Park, it is both a fun and educational day out for the whole family.
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Scottish Seabird Centre
The Scottish Seabird Centre is situated at North Berwick harbour, East Lothian, with stunning views across the Firth of Forth and the iconic Bass Rock.
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Shout! The Scottish Music Experience
SHOUT! The Scottish Music Experience is the first of its kind, a live music venue dedicated to the celebration of Scottish music!
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The Chocolatarium
Give yourself or your loved ones a treat with a visit to Edinburgh’s Chocolatarium - 90 minutes of chocolate heaven!
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The Edinburgh Dungeon
The Edinburgh Dungeon is the ultimate underground journey through Edinburgh's darkest history as you see, hear and errr smell Edinburgh’s murky past!
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The Royal Yacht Britannia
Rated Scotland’s Best Visitor Attraction for 12 years by national tourism agency VisitScotland, Britannia was home to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family for over 40 years.
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The Scotch Whisky Experience
Discover how single malt Scotch whisky is made, a process unchanged through the centuries!
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The Scottish Parliament
Scotland's Parliament sits at the foot of Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile in front of the spectacular Holyrood Park and Salisbury Crags.
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Water of Leith Conservation Trust
The Water of Leith Conservation Trust works to conserve and enhance the river, its heritage and wildlife.
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Visitor Centres in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre
Whitelee Windfarm is Europe's largest windfarm and is located on Eaglesham Moor just 20 minutes from Glasgow!
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Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
The Scottish Deer Centre
The Scottish Deer Centre is spread over 55 acres of Fife countryside just outside Cupar, and is home to 13 species of deer from around the world along with other animals.
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Falkland Estate
Falkland Estate sits at the very heart of Fife on the outskirts of the beautiful conservation village of Falkland just a short journey from Edinburgh and Dundee.
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St Andrews Aquarium
St Andrews Aquarium boasts one of the finest locations in the historic town and is a perfect destination for all things fishy.
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Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Glasgow Science Centre
Glasgow Science Centre is one of Scotland's must-see visitor attractions situated on the banks of the Clyde.
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Wester Distillery
Wester are an independent microdistillery located in the West End of Glasgow producing a range of rums and spirits.
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The Tall Ship Glenlee
The Tall Ship Glenlee operates a programme of year-round maritime themed events and activities, with specially devised talks and tours, school visits and costumed volunteer days.
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Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life
Summerlee, the museum of Scottish industrial life - in Coatbridge, Lanarkshire - is a VisitScotland '4 Star' visitor attraction and 'Best Working Attraction' award-winner!
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New Lanark World Heritage Site
New Lanark World Heritage Site is a beautifully restored 18th century cotton mill village in Southern Scotland, close to the Falls of Clyde and only around an hour's drive from Edinburgh and Glasgow.
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Scottish Wildlife Trust: Falls of Clyde Wildlife Reserve and Visitor Centre
The Scottish Wildlife Trust Falls of Clyde and Visitor Centre is nestled in the Clyde Valley and is part of the Clyde Valley Woodlands National Nature Reserve.
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Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve
RSPB Lochwinnoch is the best place in the west of Scotland for family fun, wild days out and discovering nature with an excellent RSPB shop, visitor centre and visitor trails.
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Finlaystone Country Estate
Finlaystone Country Estate is an established visitor attraction managed by the family of the Chief of the Clan MacMillan.
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Greenock Cut Visitor Centre
Situated in the heart of Inverclyde’s historic water catchment area, the Greenock Cut is a scheduled monument with fantastic views and trails.
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Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Green Aspirations Scotland CIC
Green Aspirations Scotland are a social enterprise aiming to provide benefit to the community rather than to make a profit.
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The National Wallace Monument
The Wallace Monument stands tall and proud outside the city of Stirling, overlooking the scene of Scotland’s victory at The Battle of Stirling Bridge.
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The Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre
Stand shoulder to shoulder with Robert the Bruce on the site of his greatest victory.
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Culzean Castle and Country Park
With a dramatic clifftop setting, Robert Adam architecture, fascinating history & beautiful surrounds, Culzean Castle and Country Park is one of Scotland's best days out!
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Dean Castle Country Park
Nestled in the heart of Kilmarnock, Dean Castle Country Park is a fantastic free day out for all the family!
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Dundonald Castle and Visitor Centre
War and romance, smuggling and heroism, tales of the supernatural and more – Royal Dundonald Castle is one of Scotland's most unexplored and fascinating treasures!
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Kelburn Estate & Country Centre
A 13th Century castle that's had an amazing makeover courtesy of a team of Brazilian artists, the estate also features dramatic walks, breathtaking gardens and many features of historical interest!
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