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 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:
Deep Sea World
Deep Sea World welcomes you on a voyage of discovery where learning can be exciting and fun!
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Lindores Abbey Distillery
Lindores Abbey Distillery, Fife. The Spiritual Home of Scotch Whisky. Revived after 523 years.
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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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Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond
RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond is set in a stunning mix of woodlands and wetlands on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond.
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Tollcross Childrens Farm and Visitor Centre
Tollcross Children's Farm is an outstanding facility which will appeal to young and old alike. Regulars in the farm are Shire Horses, Shetland Ponies, rabbits, sheep, Highland Cattle and much more!
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The Clydeside Distillery
The Clydeside Distillery is a single malt Scotch whisky distillery and visitor experience in the heart of Glasgow.
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Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Bardykes Farm
Experience life on the farm at Bardykes Farm, Blantyre where they run regular open days at the weekend and outdoor farm birthday parties!
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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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Calderglen Country Park
Calderglen Country Park is a four-star tourist attraction based in East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire featuring a Children's Zoo, Tropical Glasshouse, Adventure Play Area and more!
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Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Muirshiel Country Park
Muirshiel Visitor Centre & Country Park gives easy access to 'great walking in hen harrier countryside' in what was once an impressive Victorian shooting estate!
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Coats Observatory
Coats Observatory is the oldest public observatory in Scotland and was gifted to the people of Paisley by Thomas Coats and designed by Glasgow Architect John Honeyman.
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Castle Semple Country Park
Castle Semple Visitor Centre and Country Park is the gateway to Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park with wonderful water for outdoor activities plus walks, wildlife and woodlands.
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Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
The Engine Shed
We’re Scotland’s building conservation centre, a place to explore your built heritage!
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Jupiter Urban Wildlife Centre
Jupiter Urban Wildlife Centre is a fantastic example of how wasteland can be transformed into an urban green space that provides a rich habitat and haven for wildlife.
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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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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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