Early years learning activities at Edinburgh Castle
Our learning activities and outreach for early years groups at Edinburgh Castle.
Animal Safari
Lots of real animals have lived at Edinburgh Castle throughout history, but now most of our animals are in pictures and stone sculptures. Explore the castle and its buildings through this trail’s playful animal spotting challenges and fun facts about the castle.
Upon request we can provide bags with printed copies of the trail for group leaders, and a stuffed toy animal for each stop on the trail.
This free, teacher-led trail takes around 60 minutes. There is a a step-free version for groups who prefer to avoid steps.
Curriculum links: SOC 0-01a, HWB 0-25a
I cannot thank you enough- my children LOVED their first trip and had such a great experience.”
Availability and booking
If you wish to borrow our trail bags, you can book a meet and greet slot at 10:00 or 11:00. Trail bags are available from Monday to Thursday during term time.
You can also download a PDF version of the trail to use on your visit or to view for information:
Make a booking
Find out how to book a tour, space or activity and get details on lunch rooms, risk assessments and travel subsidies.