Name: Dynamic Earth
Rating: 5.0

Dynamic Earth

Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh EH8 8AS, UK

1-99 Years

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Dynamic Earth is Edinburgh’s world-class science centre and Planetarium that tells the extraordinary story of planet Earth. In our 90-minute interactive walk-through and Planetarium experience you’ll discover millions of years of evolution from the Big Bang to the present day.

Encounter the effects of a volcano, understand the polar ice caps by touching a real iceberg, dive into the dark depths of the ocean and avoid rainstorms in our rainforest. There's more to explore at Dynamic Earth.

Price starts from £8.00 for Adults(Age 16+) and £8.00 for Children(4-15 years & under 4 years free). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

What is Dynamic Earth? Dynamic Earth is Edinburgh’s world-class science centre and planetarium that tells the extraordinary story of planet Earth, from beginning to mend. At the foot of a volcano in the historic city of Edinburgh lies Dynamic Earth, the UK’s leading earth science centre. Our immersive, interactive and impactful visitor experience takes you on a journey through the story of our extraordinary planet, from beginning to mend. Be there at the moment of the Big Bang, rocket through the universe billions of times faster than the speed of light, feel the effects of a real volcano, get closer to understanding the polar ice caps by touching our iceberg, stare in wonder at the Aurora Borealis, watch powerful glaciers carve out entire continents, dive to the dark depths of the ocean, and avoid rainstorms in our tropical rainforest. All of this, plus our incredible planetarium, and an ever-changing schedule of activities and events makes Dynamic Earth Edinburgh’s must-visit attraction.
Planetarium: For an out of this world experience enjoy Edinburgh’s only planetarium, with a 360-degree viewing screen and immersive surround sound.
Presenter-Led Shows: Join us for a journey through the universe with our in-house astronomers. In these exclusive shows created by our expert team, you’ll get to see real imagery taken from space, or witness our planet captured by satellites. These stunning visuals are accompanied by a talk from our science experts where you’ll get the chance to hear personalised content and seasonal insights.
Dome Films: Experience a cinema like no other with our 360° dome screen right above your head. Learn more about Earth sciences with 30 minute long films on topics ranging from the birth of our universe and the Apollo moon landings, to learning how we can become planet protectors.
Gift Shop: With a large range of souvenirs for all ages, the Gift Shop is the perfect place to commemorate your visit to Dynamic Earth.

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Parking: Dynamic Earth has a 24-hour car park located underneath the building, for which charges to apply. Spaces are allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis and cannot be reserved beforehand. The car park has a height limit of 2.3 meters.
Food & Drinks: Perfectly positioned with panoramic views of Arthur’s Seat, Salisbury Crags and the unique architecture of the Scottish Parliament buildings, the Dynamic Earth Café is ideal for hungry hill walkers, artists and explorers alike!

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Planetarium Only – Online Prices:

Adult (16+): £8.00.
Child (4–15): £8.00.
Concession (Student/Unemployed): £8.00.
Under 4: Free.

Planetarium Only – Walk-in Prices:

Adult (16+): £9.50.
Child (4–15): £9.50.
Concession (Student/Unemployed): £9.50.
Under 4: Free.

Pricing URL: https://dynamicearth.org.uk/plan-your-visit/tickets-and-pricing/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Monday - Friday: 10 am–3 pm.
Saturday - Sunday: 10 am–5 pm.

Address: Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh EH8 8AS, UK

Post Code: EH8 8AS

Council: Edinburgh

County: Edinburgh and Lothia

By Foot: Dynamic Earth is (approximately) a 20-minute walk from Edinburgh City Centre. Accessible from Holyrood Road, Holyrood Gait and a public footpath from Horse Wynd.
By Bike: Dynamic Earth is close to the National Cycle Network, with connections via Holyrood Park. We have bike racks located outside the building on Holyrood Road. The nearest bike rental is Cycle Scotland.
By Bus: There are several open top tour buses which make regular stops at Dynamic Earth. Including Edinburgh Tours who hold Green Tourism Gold Award. The number 35 stops a 3-minute walk away from Dynamic Earth. Alternative routes include the 5, 7, 14, 29, 30, 31, 33, 37, 45 and 49 which stop on North Bridge and are a 10-minute walk away along Holyrood Road.
By Train: The nearest train station is Edinburgh Waverley, which is a 15-minute walk away, when leaving from the Market Street exit. Up-to-date train times and tickets can be found at the Trainline website.
By Taxi: If travelling by taxi to visit us, we recommend choosing a carbon neutral company if possible. Local Edinburgh taxi company ‘Central Taxis’ is a carbon neutral option available nearby. If you require a taxi for pick up from our centre, please speak to a member of staff who can arrange for this company to collect you.
By Car: Dynamic Earth has a 24-hour car park located underneath the building, for which charges to apply. Spaces are allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis and cannot be reserved beforehand. The car park has a height limit of 2.3 meters. Dynamic Earth has six EV charging points, located on the left-hand side of the car park, just after the entry barrier. Each charging bay is clearly marked with a ‘Priority EV Charging Point.’
Parking: Dynamic Earth has a 24-hour car park located underneath the building, for which charges to apply. Spaces are allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis and cannot be reserved beforehand. The car park has a height limit of 2.3 meters.