Dynamic Earth (originally known as Our Dynamic Earth) is a not-for-profit visitor attraction and science centre in Edinburgh and is Scotland's largest interactive visitor attraction. It is located in the Holyrood area, beside the Scottish Parliament building and at the foot of Salisbury Crags. It is a registered charity under Scottish law and is owned as The Dynamic Earth Charitable Trust. The centre was opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1999.
The project is located close to where renowned Scottish geologist James Hutton lived and worked in the city in the 18th century. The Dynamic Earth Trust says its aim is: "to consistently be the most fun place to play, learn and work.” A permanent visitor attraction which presents the story of the planet - how it was created; how it continues to evolve, the prospects for mankind and the effect of hazards both natural and manmade."
Extremely enthusiastic place......... It captures the attention of kids and parents alike. From the small science experiments to the larger than life experiences, its just fascinating. The contribution to the understanding of complex mechanisms and the level of detail provided here, astonishes, anyone. Its a blend of science and fun. Strongly recommend this place to anyone with kids and want to have some fun while you learn.
Arun AshlyJan 29, 2018
I went there as part of a business conference but would highly recommend it to go and visit as it is bright and airy and has lots of things to look out and do - great for kids. There is also very nice cafe. I only marked it down one star because it is a tad on the pricey side.
Caroline StewartFeb 3, 2018
Excellent couple of hours learning about the creation of Planet Earth. Particularly enjoyed the film on geology and glaciers with stunning "helicoptor ride" through the Scottish Highlands. Highly recommended!😊
Callum TownsMar 4, 2018
Didn't know what to expect. My son loved it. Very kids friendly and very educational in a fun way. Staff were wonderful.
Valerie WoodsFeb 12, 2018
Perfect for families, lots of things to see and do. Staff is really enthusiastic. A lot of visuals and sounds which captures the attention way better than plain text on the walls.
Aušrinė VirvilaitėFeb 14, 2018
What an interesting place and so nicely done. Took our 3 year old and he loved it, and so did we! Don't want to give too much away, well worth going. Obviously there is an entrance fee and parking is pay and display underground. We will definitely go again.
Maira ConnellyMar 10, 2018
Mind blown. This is one of the best attractions I have visited. My children (9 and 11) were fascinated and engauged by the 4D experiences describing the story of the Earth. Amazing cinema experience. World class Scotland...
Andrew MilesMar 24, 2018
Fantastic and educational. It presents natural history in a way which is engaging, exciting and understandable. I give it four stars because it can be a bit too much for young children. It's hard to know how they will react to the emersive style: being made to believe you are in an errupting volcano for example. And if your child freaks out you've essentially wasted a lot of money.
Suzanne JohnMar 28, 2018
Very cool place. A bit pricy but you don't go there every weekend. Once in a blue moon you may get a pass for a year for a price of a single entry:)
Boogie de CubalibreApr 3, 2018
Brilliant for adults and kids alike. Dynamic Earth is an interactive journey through time focusing on how the earth formed and has changed over the past few billion years. It manages that monumental task in a way that's informative and enjoyable for all ages. It's relatively expensive, but it's not a normal 'museum' experience. You get taken on a journey through time via a series of shows and screenings, plus some interactive spaces. There are regular shows in the 360 degree ShowDome, which are excellent. You can easily spend 3-4 hours here (or do it more quickly if you want), and I was surprised to come away thinking that it was good value, given the cost. The cafe is very good, with decent food at a decent price. The gift shop is overpriced but on a par with others. Excellent place to take children, especially those over 7 years old. Highly recommended.
Alastair MacdonaldMay 5, 2018
Amazing experience for kids. Can be a little scary for small ones but they provide over ear protectors at reception if you need (they're free). There's lots to learn and do, and the effects are v cool! The 3D film at the end is great and the Planetarium is awesome too.
Lottie GrossApr 20, 2018
A great place to go to to learn about the planet earth. Plenty to see and do as you wonder through a set route. Videos are played on big screens, other areas have members of staff talking about the exhibits. Great for all ages. Bit of a walk out of the city. Overall it takes around two hours to go around the whole venue, so leave entry of time to get down there. Food hall is available.
Brian MembryApr 11, 2018
Amazing for children, for only adults the experience would be better if there weren't screaming children in the background. My experience was great of the employees to try and accommodate me by trying to keep me ahead of the school children. The walk through was amazing they did a great job trying to immersing you into the past and a step by step process of how earth came to be.
Vic FokkyApr 18, 2018
Extremely enthusiastic place......... It captures the attention of kids and parents alike. From the small science experiments to the larger than life experiences, its just fascinating. The contribution to the understanding of complex mechanisms and the level of detail provided here, astonishes, anyone. Its a blend of science and fun. Strongly recommend this place to anyone with kids and want to have some fun while you learn.
Arun AshlyJan 29, 2018
I went there as part of a business conference but would highly recommend it to go and visit as it is bright and airy and has lots of things to look out and do - great for kids. There is also very nice cafe. I only marked it down one star because it is a tad on the pricey side.
Caroline StewartFeb 3, 2018
Excellent couple of hours learning about the creation of Planet Earth. Particularly enjoyed the film on geology and glaciers with stunning "helicoptor ride" through the Scottish Highlands. Highly recommended!😊
Callum TownsMar 4, 2018
Didn't know what to expect. My son loved it. Very kids friendly and very educational in a fun way. Staff were wonderful.
Valerie WoodsFeb 12, 2018
Perfect for families, lots of things to see and do. Staff is really enthusiastic. A lot of visuals and sounds which captures the attention way better than plain text on the walls.
Aušrinė VirvilaitėFeb 14, 2018
What an interesting place and so nicely done. Took our 3 year old and he loved it, and so did we! Don't want to give too much away, well worth going. Obviously there is an entrance fee and parking is pay and display underground. We will definitely go again.
Maira ConnellyMar 10, 2018
Mind blown. This is one of the best attractions I have visited. My children (9 and 11) were fascinated and engauged by the 4D experiences describing the story of the Earth. Amazing cinema experience. World class Scotland...
Andrew MilesMar 24, 2018
Fantastic and educational. It presents natural history in a way which is engaging, exciting and understandable. I give it four stars because it can be a bit too much for young children. It's hard to know how they will react to the emersive style: being made to believe you are in an errupting volcano for example. And if your child freaks out you've essentially wasted a lot of money.
Suzanne JohnMar 28, 2018
Very cool place. A bit pricy but you don't go there every weekend. Once in a blue moon you may get a pass for a year for a price of a single entry:)
Boogie de CubalibreApr 3, 2018
Brilliant for adults and kids alike. Dynamic Earth is an interactive journey through time focusing on how the earth formed and has changed over the past few billion years. It manages that monumental task in a way that's informative and enjoyable for all ages. It's relatively expensive, but it's not a normal 'museum' experience. You get taken on a journey through time via a series of shows and screenings, plus some interactive spaces. There are regular shows in the 360 degree ShowDome, which are excellent. You can easily spend 3-4 hours here (or do it more quickly if you want), and I was surprised to come away thinking that it was good value, given the cost. The cafe is very good, with decent food at a decent price. The gift shop is overpriced but on a par with others. Excellent place to take children, especially those over 7 years old. Highly recommended.
Alastair MacdonaldMay 5, 2018
Amazing experience for kids. Can be a little scary for small ones but they provide over ear protectors at reception if you need (they're free). There's lots to learn and do, and the effects are v cool! The 3D film at the end is great and the Planetarium is awesome too.
Lottie GrossApr 20, 2018
A great place to go to to learn about the planet earth. Plenty to see and do as you wonder through a set route. Videos are played on big screens, other areas have members of staff talking about the exhibits. Great for all ages. Bit of a walk out of the city. Overall it takes around two hours to go around the whole venue, so leave entry of time to get down there. Food hall is available.
Brian MembryApr 11, 2018
Amazing for children, for only adults the experience would be better if there weren't screaming children in the background. My experience was great of the employees to try and accommodate me by trying to keep me ahead of the school children. The walk through was amazing they did a great job trying to immersing you into the past and a step by step process of how earth came to be.
Vic FokkyApr 18, 2018
Extremely enthusiastic place......... It captures the attention of kids and parents alike. From the small science experiments to the larger than life experiences, its just fascinating. The contribution to the understanding of complex mechanisms and the level of detail provided here, astonishes, anyone. Its a blend of science and fun. Strongly recommend this place to anyone with kids and want to have some fun while you learn.
Arun AshlyJan 29, 2018
I went there as part of a business conference but would highly recommend it to go and visit as it is bright and airy and has lots of things to look out and do - great for kids. There is also very nice cafe. I only marked it down one star because it is a tad on the pricey side.
Caroline StewartFeb 3, 2018
Excellent couple of hours learning about the creation of Planet Earth. Particularly enjoyed the film on geology and glaciers with stunning "helicoptor ride" through the Scottish Highlands. Highly recommended!😊
Callum TownsMar 4, 2018
Didn't know what to expect. My son loved it. Very kids friendly and very educational in a fun way. Staff were wonderful.
Valerie WoodsFeb 12, 2018
Perfect for families, lots of things to see and do. Staff is really enthusiastic. A lot of visuals and sounds which captures the attention way better than plain text on the walls.
Aušrinė VirvilaitėFeb 14, 2018
What an interesting place and so nicely done. Took our 3 year old and he loved it, and so did we! Don't want to give too much away, well worth going. Obviously there is an entrance fee and parking is pay and display underground. We will definitely go again.
Maira ConnellyMar 10, 2018
Mind blown. This is one of the best attractions I have visited. My children (9 and 11) were fascinated and engauged by the 4D experiences describing the story of the Earth. Amazing cinema experience. World class Scotland...
Andrew MilesMar 24, 2018
Fantastic and educational. It presents natural history in a way which is engaging, exciting and understandable. I give it four stars because it can be a bit too much for young children. It's hard to know how they will react to the emersive style: being made to believe you are in an errupting volcano for example. And if your child freaks out you've essentially wasted a lot of money.
Suzanne JohnMar 28, 2018
Very cool place. A bit pricy but you don't go there every weekend. Once in a blue moon you may get a pass for a year for a price of a single entry:)
Boogie de CubalibreApr 3, 2018
Brilliant for adults and kids alike. Dynamic Earth is an interactive journey through time focusing on how the earth formed and has changed over the past few billion years. It manages that monumental task in a way that's informative and enjoyable for all ages. It's relatively expensive, but it's not a normal 'museum' experience. You get taken on a journey through time via a series of shows and screenings, plus some interactive spaces. There are regular shows in the 360 degree ShowDome, which are excellent. You can easily spend 3-4 hours here (or do it more quickly if you want), and I was surprised to come away thinking that it was good value, given the cost. The cafe is very good, with decent food at a decent price. The gift shop is overpriced but on a par with others. Excellent place to take children, especially those over 7 years old. Highly recommended.
Alastair MacdonaldMay 5, 2018
Amazing experience for kids. Can be a little scary for small ones but they provide over ear protectors at reception if you need (they're free). There's lots to learn and do, and the effects are v cool! The 3D film at the end is great and the Planetarium is awesome too.
Lottie GrossApr 20, 2018
A great place to go to to learn about the planet earth. Plenty to see and do as you wonder through a set route. Videos are played on big screens, other areas have members of staff talking about the exhibits. Great for all ages. Bit of a walk out of the city. Overall it takes around two hours to go around the whole venue, so leave entry of time to get down there. Food hall is available.
Brian MembryApr 11, 2018
Amazing for children, for only adults the experience would be better if there weren't screaming children in the background. My experience was great of the employees to try and accommodate me by trying to keep me ahead of the school children. The walk through was amazing they did a great job trying to immersing you into the past and a step by step process of how earth came to be.
Vic FokkyApr 18, 2018
Monday | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
Thursday | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
Friday | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
Saturday | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
Sunday | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
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