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Close-up of 4 filled whisky glasses, and 2 bars of chocolate.
Gold Chocolate & Whisky Tour
5th March - 31st July
Raise a dram at The Scotch Whisky Experience’s new indulgent chocolate pairing tour.
2 adults and 2 young children exploring a room filled with nautical objects.
Trinity House Family Tours
8th April - 26th August
Dive into Leith’s maritime history on a tour of Trinity House.
Inflatable 5K
5th September
Get ready to bounce, crawl, slide and swing, at the world’s largest inflatable 5K obstacle course.
The Sitting Room, part of the private apartments of Queen Elizabeth II at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Queen Elizabeth II Private Apartment Tours
21st May - 10th September
Get a unique glimpse into Queen Elizabeth II’s private rooms at her official Scottish residence, the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Life-sized 3D sculpture of a mammoth.
Giants
31st January - 14th September
Discover the colossal prehistoric creatures that lived after the extinction of the dinosaurs at the National Museum of Scotland’s new exhibition.
A couple sat at a table looking at pieces of paper, while a woman in an olive green bodywarmer stands beside them.
Museum Socials
17th April - 18th September
Designed for people living with dementia, their relatives, friends and carers, enjoy more of the collection of the National Museum of Scotland.
Small mountain covered in bright yellow gorse, with path in foreground.
Arthur’s Secrets
27th January - 29th September
Learn more about Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh's ancient volcano, on a free guided walk.
An orange and black poster image advertising Prison Nursing Unlocked exhibition.
Prison Nursing Unlocked: an exhibition
2nd March - 30th September
Explore prison healthcare with the Royal College of Nursing’s latest exhibition.
A person looking at a painting on a wall. Behind them is a table covered with rocks.
Earth Matters
20th March - 1st November
Marking 300 years since the birth of James Hutton, this exhibition includes work by over 30 artists who have been inspired by Hutton and subsequent trailblazers.
A group of people, including an accordionist, performing on stage.
Cafe Ceilidh
17th March - 17th November
Join the Scots Music Group for an afternoon session of traditional songs, music, poems and stories.
A man wearing a black and white suit, standing beside a small table.
Balancing in Freedom
29th January - 20th November
Following a sold-out premiere at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, Balancing in Freedom returns to the stage in 2026.
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Curiosity Club
29th March - 29th November
Leave your grown-ups at the door and get inspired with Curiosity Club sessions at the National Museum of Scotland.
A staircase, with a painting of a lady in regal dress on either side.
The Edwardians: Age of Elegance
26th April - 6th December
The glamorous Edwardians are explored in a new exhibition at The King’s Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse.
A man wearing old fashioned clothing, holding up a test-tube filled with liquid.
Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation
3rd January - 26th December
Delve into the strange and surprisingly scientific world of 17th century medicine at The Real Mary King’s Close.
2 woman standing in an underground space.
Closes & Coffee Tour
1st January - 31st December
Uncover a different side of Edinburgh with Closes & Coffee, a unique two-part experience that blends rich history with a perfectly brewed cup.
2 people looking at an area with grass, trees and bushes.
Cream Tea Tours
1st April 2026 - 1st January 2027
Enjoy tea and a guided tour at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.
Circle window looking into a storage warehouse
Collection Centre Tours
25th February 2026 - 23rd February 2027
Discover the secrets of how The National Museum of Scotland store their renowned collections.

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