Top 5 Best Kids' Birthday Party Venues in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Zoo’s roar-some birthday party packages are the perfect choice for a wild celebration!

Each package includes an interactive tour with games led by one of the friendly discovery rangers followed by an exclusive lunch and a special birthday craft for the party.

You can also select some zoo-nique add-on options to make the day even more special!

Are you planning a children’s activity birthday party near Edinburgh? Look no further than Go Ape Dalkeith.

Choose from three exciting activities within Dalkeith Country Park. Top off the party by hiring the Forest Shelter, where you can serve party food, play games, and open presents.

A children’s birthday party experience at Go Ape Dalkeith is full of thrills and excitement, perfect for an unforgettable children’s birthday.

Prices: From £21 per person/activity.

Just a short hop from Edinburgh, Little Farmers is a great spot for a farm-themed birthday celebration.

It has three bright and spacious party rooms, all overlooking the farmyard and surrounding countryside. The venue suits both small gatherings and larger birthday groups.

Kids can enjoy delicious, wholesome food from Craigies Farm and meet the friendly resident animals. There’s also an indoor play barn to explore – perfect for fun whatever the weather.

For high-energy birthday fun, AirHop Edinburgh is hard to beat. It’s packed with trampolines, obstacle courses, and foam pits. Kids can bounce, flip and race their way through the park in a safe, supervised environment.

Party packages include jump time, grip socks, and a private room for food and cake. It’s a brilliant choice for active kids who love to move – and parents can relax knowing everything’s taken care of.

For an unforgettable birthday party, it’s got to be Fort Douglas. The ideal kids party venue for little adventurers who love to climb, slide and explore.

Available weekends until 28 September 2025, parties include morning or afternoon sessions in the adventure playground. The party package is £18 per child and includes access to Fort Douglas and exclusive use of the Birthday Bothy. Add on picnic-style lunchboxes to keep things simple and stress-free.

Just 20 minutes from Edinburgh, it’s a party to remember.