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We have been ranked third by Which? Recommended Provider UK Theme Parks and Attractions May 2026.

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A family look out over Edinburgh from the Rooftop Terrace at Camera Obscura

Great British Summer Savings

Visit us for less this summer! Discounted tickets available now.

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3rd Jun 26

Special guest alert

Father's Day Local Discount

Local Dads get FREE entry this Father's Day

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1st Jun 26

The Water of Leith

10 Great Outdoor Spots To Visit In Edinburgh This Summer

...and all of them are free!

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28th May 26

Remnants of oysters embedded in the stonework

Restoring the Forth, One Oyster at a Time

Did you know that oysters are deeply rooted in Edinburgh’s past? Our brilliant Cleaning Supervisor, Phillipa, recently volun...

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17th Apr 26

Easter Chick in the Giant Kaleidoscope at Camera Obscura

Egg-cellent Easter Trail!

Hop into Easter fun at Camera Obscura this April!

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31st Mar 26

A girl looks through binoculars at Edinburgh skyline from the Rooftop Terrace at Camera Obscura

Edinburgh's Best Views

Where are the best view of Edinburgh? Camera Obscura's Rooftop Terrace of course!

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13th Mar 26

The Mutoscope at Camera Obscura & World of Illusions

Recycled Exhibits

Did you know that many of our long-standing exhibits have been recycled or repurposed using materials obtained from various locati...

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12th Mar 26

Ames Room with a family

Mother's Day 2026

Local Mums get FREE entry this Mother's Day

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3rd Mar 26

Girls on the Rooftop holding a sign saying 'Maria's Go Free' for International Women's Day 2026

International Women's Day

Free entry for those named Maria!

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27th Feb 26

Chinese New Year 2026 credit Jane Barlow Photography

Chinese New Year 2026

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

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13th Feb 26

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

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