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Dynamic Earth is Edinburgh’s world-class Science Centre and Planetarium, telling the epic story of planet earth from beginning to mend.

At the foot of a volcano in the historic city of Edinburgh lies Dynamic Earth, the UK’s leading earth science centre. Our immersive, interactive and impactful visitor experience takes you on a journey through the story of our extraordinary planet, from beginning to mend. Be there at the moment of the Big Bang, rocket through the universe billions of times faster than the speed of light, feel the effects of a real volcano, get closer to understanding the polar ice caps by touching our iceberg, stare in wonder at the Aurora Borealis, watch powerful glaciers carve out entire continents, dive to the dark depths of the ocean, and avoid rainstorms in our tropical rainforest. All of this, plus our incredible planetarium, and an ever-changing schedule of activities and events makes Dynamic Earth Edinburgh’s must-visit attraction.

In the 90-minute interactive walk-through and planetarium experience you’ll discover millions of years of evolution from the big bang to the challenges of the present day.

IMMERSIVE 360 INTERACTIVE GALLERIES
A REAL ICE-BERG
GROUND-SHAKING EARTHQUAKE
A STUNNING FULL-DOME 6K PLANETARIUM
A SENSE TINGLING 4D FLIGHT
A TROPICAL MONSOON IN A REAL RAINFOREST
DISCOVER THE DEEP IN OUR INTERACTIVE RESEARCH VESSEL
STARGAZE ALL YEAR ROUND WITH OUR ASTRONOMER-LED LIVE SHOWS
EDUCATIONAL FUN FOR EVERYONE!

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María Carballo

a month ago

Beautiful venue to attend a concert. The only issue it was too hot and they didn't have AC, I know it's Scotland and many places don't have AC, apart from that beautiful place.

Al-Mu'tasim Al-Qassabi

3 months ago

Make sure to book online - cheaper We did planetarium show - 30 minutes Was informative for kids

Feni Fauziah

a year ago

Visited with my family, and kids absolutely love this place! Each exhibition gives us an immersive experience. We also had the chance to visit the planetarium, which is an amazing show. My favourite is the 3D movie inside. It was amazing! I highly recommend booking the package, including the planetarium. There's a gift shop and cafe too. I had a lovely day there, it is a very convenient place, the location is also just a walking distance from the train station. It's a guided tour. Before the entrance, we offered to put our bags and belonging to the blue box. I forgot to take mine after the show. I came back and filled the lost and found form, and after a few days, I decided to contact them via online platform. I'm glad that they finally contacted me to pick up my belongings. Thank you very much. Would love to go back. Wonderful experience, worth visiting while in Edinburgh!

Byron Farrow

2 months ago

A very worthwhile experience if it's your first time, interesting and informative with something of a focus on the history of Earth Science that is rare to see. But if you have been before then it's not much changed since your last visit, the parking is expensive (and poorly signposted) and the lifts to the car park may not be working.

Sase Sase

in the last week

Cafe review: went for lunch in the cafe and ordered a bratwurst on a brioche bun. The young man handled the brioche bun with his bare hands, when I got back to the table I ended up not eating it. Don't feel this was too hygienic. Also my friend ordered pasta and the portion was tiny, I'm sure he was given the child's portion. Overall not a great experience.