With the February mid-term break just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to plan some family fun in Edinburgh! Whether you’re looking to keep the kids entertained with exciting attractions, fascinating museums, or unforgettable theatre experiences, the city is packed with things to do.
To make it even better, Edinburgh Bus Tours has some fantastic offers to help you save while exploring. Here’s our guide to make the most of the kids’ holiday this February.
1. Have a roaring day out at Edinburgh Zoo
A trip to Edinburgh Zoo is always a winner for the whole family! Home to more than 2,500 animals, including the iconic pygmy hippo, Haggis, the zoo offers an unforgettable day out. Kids can explore different animal habitats, watch engaging talks, feeding sessions, and run wild in the adventure play areas – whilst seeing the astonishing animals that call Edinburgh home!
Even better, with every adult Edinburgh Bus Tours ticket presented, you can get one free child ticket (aged 3-15 years) to the zoo, or you buy discounted tickets from our staff for your visit – saving you some pennies this mid-term break.
Whilst our bus tours can’t take you directly to the zoo, Lothian services 12, 26 and 31 will get you there. Download the Bus & Tram App to plan your journey, buy tickets and track buses and see if you can spot one of the zoo buses on your way there. Remember, kids go free on Lothian bus services with their Young Scot NEC!
2. Enjoy kids go free with Edinburgh Bus Tours
Kick-start your mid-term break with a fun and easy way to explore the city – aboard an Edinburgh Bus Tour! Our open-top buses tours are a fantastic way for families to discover Edinburgh’s top attractions without little legs getting tired. Plus, up to three kids go FREE with each paying adult, making it a great value day out.
With entertaining and educational audio guides, plus Horrible Histories Children’s commentary, narrated by author Terry Deary available (history with all the gory bits left in!), kids will love learning about Edinburgh’s history while enjoying spectacular videos of the city. Hop on and hop off as you please, stopping at some of Edinburgh’s best family-friendly attractions along the way.
3. Journey through time and space at Dynamic Earth
For an interactive and educational adventure, Dynamic Earth is a must-visit. This hands-on science centre takes kids on a journey through time, from the Big Bang to the age of the dinosaurs and beyond. They can experience an earthquake, touch a real iceberg, and even travel into space in the incredible 360 degrees planetarium.
Plus, you can buy discounted tickets to Dynamic Earth from Edinburgh Bus Tour staff, helping you save while giving the kids an unforgettable learning experience.
4. Spend a supercalifragilisticexpialidocious day at the theatre
For a mid-term treat, take the kids to see the spectacular Mary Poppins at the Festival Theatre. The beloved Disney classic has been brough to life with dazzling choreography, incredible effects and all the songs you know and love. Expect a magic, feel-good show that will get the whole family singing ‘supercalifragilisticexpialidocious’ all the way home!
But be quick, tickets are limited for the last week of the show!
5. Experience a world of illusions at Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
Located just off the Royal Mile, Camera Obscura & World of Illusions is packed with five floors and over 100 mind-boggling optical illusions, interaction exhibits, and a magical rooftop camera show. From shrinking rooms to vortex tunnels and holograms, there’s plenty to amaze the kids (and grown-ups too!).
This attraction is perfect for curious minds and those who love a bit of mystery and magic – just be sure to have your camera ready for some fantastic trick photos!
Make this mid-term one to remember
With so much to see and do in Edinburgh, the February mid-term break is the perfect time to get out and explore as a family. Whether you’re spotting Haggis at Edinburgh Zoo, travelling through time at Dynamic Earth, marvelling at illusions or singing your heart out at the theatre, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
And don’t forget – Edinburgh Bus Tours is the best way to travel between all these fantastic attractions, with up to three kids free with every paying adult. Book your tickets and make this mid-term break one to remember.
