School Holiday Hotels in Edinburgh
Browse all school holiday periods: Easter, Summer, Christmas, and half terms. Plus top things to do with the kids.
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Main School Holidays
Easter 2026Edinburgh at Easter is magical. The castle is spectacular, Arthur's Seat offers a rewarding family h...
Summer 2026Edinburgh in summer is extraordinary. The Fringe Festival runs through August, the castle is at its ...
Christmas 2025/26Edinburgh's Christmas market and Hogmanay celebrations are world-famous. The city transforms in Dece...
Things to Do in Edinburgh
Top family-friendly activities and experiences, bookable online via GetYourGuide.
GetYourGuide2–3 hoursEdinburgh Castle: Entry Ticket
Perched on volcanic rock above the city, Edinburgh Castle is Scotland's most visited paid attraction. See the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Destiny.
GetYourGuide1 hourEdinburgh Underground Vaults Ghost Tour
Descend into the eerie underground vaults beneath the South Bridge. One of the most haunted places in the world, brilliant for older children and teens.
GetYourGuide2 hoursRoyal Mile Walking Tour
Explore the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town on a guided walk from the Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Full of stories, history, and hidden closes.
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Half Term Breaks
Summer Half Term 2026Edinburgh in late May is stunning. The castle, Arthur's Seat, and the Royal Botanic Garden are all a...
Autumn Half Term 2025Edinburgh in October is spectacular. The autumn colours in the parks and on Arthur's Seat are stunni...
Spring Half Term 2026Edinburgh in spring is beautiful. The Royal Botanic Garden is coming into bloom, Arthur's Seat is pe...