Top Wheelchair Friendly Holiday Attractions in Edinburgh - what to do, where to go and what to see

Below you will find some great things to do and see in Edinburgh that provide good access to wheelchairs. Whether you are looking for some family fun, visit relaxing and peaceful gardens or immerse yourself in the history and culture of Edinburgh then take a look at some great ideas below.

And, if you are still looking to book your self catering accommodation we have listed some great Edinburgh cottages and apartments close to the attractions and available direct from independent owners and leading holiday operators.

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Edinburgh Dungeons, Edinburgh

Wheel chair accessible attractions in EdinburghBorders Scotland

Transport yourself back to the darkest moments in the Scotland's history within the deep depths of the Edinburgh Dungeon. Everything that you see is based on real historical events from the gruesome tale of Burke & Hare, to Edinburgh's Great Fire, torture and the plague.  With a chilling boat ride into the lair of cannibal Sawney Bean the Edinburgh Dungeon provides a thrilling and fun experience that will leave your family screaming for more! Are you brave enough? Location: Edinburgh (Scotland)


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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Wheel chair accessible attractions in EdinburghBorders Scotland

Founded in the 17th Century as a ‘physic garden', growing medicinal plants, the Royal Botanic Garden is now acknowledges to be one of the finest in the worlds where unusual and beautiful plants can be found. It's a place to rest and relax away from the city's hustle and bustle.


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National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

Wheel chair accessible attractions in EdinburghBorders Scotland

This magnificent museum tells the story of Scotland; its land, people and culture; through the rich national collections. The stunning themed galleries cover landscape and wildlife, early people, the kingdom of the Scots, industry and empire, Scotland transformed and the 20th Century.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Our Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh

Wheel chair accessible attractions in EdinburghBorders Scotland

See how the Earth works. Take a walk though Scotland's geological history and travel back in time to follow the creation of planet Earth. Be shaken by a volcano, feel the chill of the polar ice and get caught in a tropical rainstorm. Look to the future – you decide what could happen.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


The Cadies and Wichery Tours, Edinburgh

Wheel chair accessible attractions in EdinburghBorders Scotland

Witchery Tours take a lights-hearted look at tales of witchcraft, plague and torture. Explore the eerie alleyways and creepy courtyards of the Old Town with your ghostly guide, who will blend history with humour and fact with fable.


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Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World, Edinburgh

Wheel chair accessible attractions in EdinburghBorders Scotland

Walk through an indoor tropical rainforest inhabited by thousands of the world's most beautiful butterflies. Also visit the unique Scottish honey-bee zone.


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The Royal Yachet Britannia Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Wheel chair accessible attractions in EdinburghBorders Scotland

The Britannia experience starts in the visitor centre where you can discover her fascinating story. Then step aboard for a self-led audio tour of five decks, giving a unique insight into what life was like on board


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Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh

Wheel chair accessible attractions in EdinburghBorders Scotland

This is Scotland's most popular wildlife attraction, with more than 1,000 animals, including meerkats, pygmy hippos, tigers, lions and blue poison arrow frogs. Set in beautiful parkland the zoo has the world's biggest penguin pool.


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Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh

Wheel chair accessible attractions in EdinburghBorders Scotland

The gallery provides a visual history of Scotland, told through portraits of those who shaped it; royals and rebels, poets and philosophers, heroes and villains. Mary, Queen of Scots; Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Sean Connery are all there.


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Edinburgh Cottage and Self Catering Holidays close to Top Attractions

As you can see, there are plenty of things to keep you fully amused on your time in Edinburgh whether you are there with your partner, family or friends. Why not extend your stay in Edinburgh further with a self catering short break or cottage holiday? There is a great choice of holiday accommodation available from luxury apartments to holiday cottages and we have some thing suitable whether you are travelling as a couple or a party of 12.

Take a look at a few suggestions Edinburgh self catering suggestions below:

3 bedroom cottage in Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Borders Scotland

3 bedroom cottage, Edinburgh

Self catering in EdinburghBorders Scotland

3 bedroom cottage in Borders Scotland has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 5. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . 3 bedroom cottage is close to the beach. 3 bedroom cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £543 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about 3 bedroom cottage


Sleeps 4 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Garden Open fire or wood burner

1 bedroom apartment in Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Borders Scotland

1 bedroom apartment, Edinburgh

Self catering in EdinburghBorders Scotland

1 bedroom apartment in Borders Scotland has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 1 bedroom luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . It also has Internet access. Prices at 1 bedroom apartment start from £292 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about 1 bedroom apartment


Sleeps 4 Internet WIFI available Luxury self catering

2 bedroom holiday home in Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Borders Scotland

2 bedroom holiday home, Edinburgh

Self catering in EdinburghBorders Scotland

2 bedroom holiday home in Borders Scotland has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays . 2 bedroom holiday home is close to the beach. 2 bedroom holiday home does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 2 bedroom holiday home start from £350 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about 2 bedroom holiday home


Sleeps 2 Close to the Beach Pet friendly Ideal for a romantic break

2 bedroom apartment in Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Borders Scotland

2 bedroom apartment, Edinburgh

Self catering in EdinburghBorders Scotland

2 bedroom apartment in Borders Scotland has a 3 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . Prices at 2 bedroom apartment start from £401 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about 2 bedroom apartment


Sleeps 4

1 bedroom apartment in Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Borders Scotland

1 bedroom apartment, Edinburgh

Self catering in EdinburghBorders Scotland

1 bedroom apartment in Borders Scotland has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 2. This 1 bedroom luxury Apartment is a perfect base for your holidays . 1 bedroom apartment does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 1 bedroom apartment start from £292 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about 1 bedroom apartment


Sleeps 2 Pet friendly Luxury self catering

 

 

 

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