The Feburary school holidays means parents will be racking their brains for ways to keep the kids from driving them up the wall. But there are plenty of fun things to do in the Capital, even when the weather is cold and wet.
Have a look through our picture gallery to see Edinburgh’s Top 10 activities for families, according to TripAdvisor reviews.
9. Palace of Holyroodhouse
Where: Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DX. What: The King's official residence in Edinburgh and the home of Scottish royal history. Explore the Palace's close associations with some of Scotland’s most well-known historic figures such as Mary, Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie, and learn how today it is used by The King when carrying out official engagements in Scotland. Photo: Third Party
10. Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
Where: The Royal Mile, 549 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2ND. What: Venture through five floors jam-packed with over 100 illusions and discover the best rooftop views of Edinburgh. Britain's most fun day out. Photo: Tony Marsh for Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
11. St Giles' Cathedral
Where: High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RE. What: St Giles’ Cathedral, founded in 1124 by King David I, has been a working church for almost 900 years. A backdrop to Scotland’s turbulent religious history, it has seen the seeds of civil war sown and been John Knox’s parish church during the Reformation. It is still an important centre for civic services such as the Kirking of the Parliament and services for Most Ancient and Most Noble Order of the Thistle. St Giles’ Cathedral is open to all, to worship, to visit and to experience music, art and history within its walls. Photo: Peter Backhouse