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Interactive educational activities in Scotland for all the family

Our Dynamic Earth combines fun and fact in equal measure, making it a favourite educational attraction for families in Edinburgh.

We pride ourselves on our wide range of enjoyable and educational activities, all geared towards creating an entertaining and stimulating learning environment. Our innovative approach to learning means that we’re often the number one choice for families looking for holiday outings and things to do on a rainy day in Scotland.

Each of our fourteen state-of-the-art galleries is jam-packed with fascinating facts and crammed with fun activities galore. So you’re sure to learn something you always wanted to know, whether your interests lie in the steamy depths of the tropical jungle, at the polar extremes of planet Earth or in the 96 possible outcomes in our fantastic FutureDome.

One of Edinburgh’s leading educational attractions for families

When it comes to family-friendly educational activities, Our Dynamic Earth has it all:

  • Interactive science challenges… to intrigue visitors old and young.
  • History for kids… helping them understand the past and its relation to the present.
  • Environmental pointers… towards a greener earth.
  • Universal truths… to give everyone food for thought.
  • Tremendous fun… for all the family.

So if you’re hunting for a Scottish day trip destination that offers something for everyone in the family, you’ll find just what you’ve been looking for here at 112 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh. As you get nearer, just keep your eyes open for the roof that looks as if it’s made from a giant sail!

Perfect day trip for fact-finding families

There are many schools of thought about the most effective learning techniques, but one thing is for sure: we all like to have fun while we’re learning.

When children are happy and stimulated, they’re more likely to focus for longer, absorb information more readily and remember what they’ve learned afterwards. This knowledge prompted our dynamic pedagogic professionals to create a range of purpose-built, interactive, multi-sensory educational activities to inform, entertain and inspire the whole family.

Interactive Educational Outings for Schools

Enthusiastic school pupils accompanied by their ever-patient teachers and classroom helpers – not to mention parent volunteers! – are a common sight in the galleries of Our Dynamic Earth.

Teachers appreciate our child-friendly learning environment and are full of praise for the successful balance that our exhibitions achieve between fact and fun. Dynamic Earth perfectly reflects the techniques specified in the new Curriculum for Excellence. Contact the Education Bookings department for further information about workshops, learning programmes and transport subsidies for schools.