Edinburgh is once again alive with the hustle and bustle of the Festival Fringe – the world’s biggest arts festival. With over 3000 acts, the Edinburgh Fringe has it all! A good starting point for you and your little is heading to the Royal Mile.

At around about 1.81km, starting at Edinburgh Castle there are free acts including magicians, musicians, artists and bagpipers. Take a stroll and see what you stumble upon, we’re sure it will be spectacular.

Mini Maze is a littler version of the Fort Douglas Sky Maze at Dalkeith Country Park. It is the perfect spot for under-fives to take their first steps, safely, into mini adventures. With a series of mini forts and slides, they can explore while you keep an eye. Or perhaps they’d like to try the new mini jumping pillows? Great for enthusiastic bouncers and a super fun way for them to burn off any extra energy.

With five floors and over 100 interactive, hands-on exhibits, Camera Obscura have something fun to entertain all ages. Situated just a stone’s throw from Edinburgh Castle, at the top of Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, you will see history and modern marvels together under one roof.

Your little one can get interactive, using cameras and mirrors to view the world around them in a new way

If you’re looking for something a little more relaxed, why not opt for an outdoor adventure to Portobello Beach? The charming seaside suburb, with two miles of sand is the perfect swimming and sunbathing escape. Don’t forget your bucket and spade for sand castle building!

Pick up your mid-day refreshments from one of the many cafes along the promenade or on Portobello’s bustling high street.

Haven’t experienced Marmalade Messiness at Dalkeith Country Park yet? You better be quick! Paddington is spending his summer with us at The Park and wants to take you on an immersive adventure of storytelling, theatre and puppetry. This seasonal event is perfect for you and your pre-schooler to get involved and make delicious marmalade memories together.

You can also enjoy 50% off* full-price ‘Individual’ Paddington tickets when you book to visit the immersive adventure from Friday 12 August until 4 September. Simply use the sale code DCP50 to save 50%* on ‘Individual’ tickets.