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Chinese New Year 2026

We're marking the year of the horse with a brand new twist inside our Giant Kaleidoscope.

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Andrew Johnson in the Giant K, 5 star award ASVA Quality Scheme

5 star success

5 star success!

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30th Jan 26

Chinese New Year decorations in the Giant Kaleidosphere at Camera Obscura

February Half Term 2026

Looking for a fun-filled day out this February Half Term? We’ve got you covered!

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23rd Jan 26

Camera Obscura Wrapped 2025

Wrapped 2025

Camera Obscura’s 2025 Wrapped: awards, wonder, and 300,000+ smiles

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30th Dec 25

Camera Obscura at Christmas

Things to do in Edinburgh this Christmas

Edinburgh is a magical place during the festive season. We've pulled together some unmissable spots to visit!

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25th Nov 25

Camera Obscura team at the Living Wage Scotland Awards 2025

Living Wage Finalist 2025

Proud to be finalists for the Living Wage Scotland Employee Choice Award.

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14th Nov 25

Ames Room with a family

Carers Rights Day

Celebrate Carers Rights Day with us on Thu 20 Nov 2025

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7th Nov 25

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions, Vortex Tunnel

Resident Offers

Enjoy exclusive discounts with an EH postcode.

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5th Nov 25

Greyfriars Bobby Grave Stone, Edinburgh

5 Spooky Places

5 spooky places to visit this October in Edinburgh for free.

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23rd Oct 25

Halloween Frankenstein Bride 2025

Spine-Tingling Fun at Camera Obscura

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions is casting its seasonal spell once again!

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13th Oct 25

Sensory Backpacks for adults and children at Camera Obscura

Adult Sensory Backpacks

Introducing our new adult sensory backpacks!

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25th Sep 25

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Inclusion Award Win

Camera Obscura has been crowned winner of the Inclusion Award at the 2025 regional final of the Scottish Thistle Awards....

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19th Sep 25

Retail team member Runkun with 3D ice cream July 2025

Coolab 3D ice cream

3D sculpted ice cream, available now!

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19th Aug 25

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