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Dynamic Earth

National Museum & Exhibition · Edinburgh, Scotland · 112-116 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS

Dynamic Earth is a national museum & exhibition in Edinburgh, Scotland. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £17 · Child £11 · Family £48
Tickets work as 12-month annual passes; listed prices are inconsistent, so check the official booking page. Planetarium-only tickets about £8. Under-4s free. 112-116 Holyrood Road EH8 8AS.
Opening timesNov-Dec 10am-5pm (last entry 3.30pm); closed in January and 25-26 December; summer to 6pm.
Best time to goWeekdays in term time; late August for English visitors.
School holiday tipLate August is the sweet spot for English/Welsh visitors: Scottish schools are back by mid-August while England/Wales are still on holiday. Early July is the Scottish local peak, so go midweek. Indoor venue: wet half-term days cause surges; check the forecast.
Best agesMost suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children
Best for 5-12.
If it rainsMostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest
Parking24-hour car park on site. (Not stated)
FoodDynamic Earth Café with views of Arthur's Seat.
Money saverMany are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day.
Top tipsDo the Time Machine ride first. Combine with Holyrood Park.
What to packSnacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes

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