Dynamic Earth

A journey from the Big Bang to the ice age, with an earthquake floor and a planetarium.

Built on the geology that Hutton worked out on the crags behind it, Dynamic Earth walks children through the planet's history with a time machine, a rainforest room and a real iceberg to touch. The planetarium shows are included. Entirely indoors and at the foot of Arthur's Seat, so it pairs with the climb on a changeable day.

When it works

Indoors, so the weather does not matter. Best morning, afternoon.

Good for kids and step-free visits.

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