Location: Dunfermline
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Top 10 Things to do Good for Kids in Dunfermline, Scotland
Dunfermline (/dʌnˈfɜːrmlɪn/ ( listen); Scots: Dunfaurlin, Scottish Gaelic: Dùn Phàrlain) is a town and former Royal Burgh, and parish, in Fife, Scotland, on high ground 3 miles (5 km) from the northern shore of the Firth of Forth. The 2011 census recorded the town's population at 49,706, however figures released in 2012 estimate Dunfermline's population as 50,380, making it the largest locality in Fife and the tenth largest in Scotland.
Restaurants in Dunfermline
1. Carnegie Touring
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 102 reviews
Exclusive Private Full Day and longer excursions of Scotland. We specialise in Film location touring with bespoke itineraries for followers of OUTLANDER. Our Outlander Experience Tours are adapted to suit your interest's. Prices vary depending on the length of the tour and itinerary. £18 reflects a half day tour of Dunfermline Heritage quarter and a full day tour into Highlands of Scotland averages out at £250.00. Our private touring provides exclusive vehicle, driver / Guide, full touring commentary and complimentary on board facilities. For all our half day touring of Dunfermline, Children under 15 years are free of charge. We now provide a service of American Sign Language (ASL)
2. Waterski & Wakeboard Scotland
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
The National Training Site for Waterski and Wakeboard Scotland is set within in the beautiful surroundings of Town Hill Country Park, ensuring a unique and unforgettable experience. During your visit, you will be carefully looked after by our friendly and experienced coaches to ensure you move at a pace which is comfortable for you. Whether it’s wakeboarding, waterskiing or ringo rides – we warmly welcome all ages and abilities! Town Hill Loch is located just outside of Dunfermline, approximately 25-30 minutes from central Edinburgh. There is free parking and an excellent little cafe with brilliant views of the lake for a bite to eat after heading out on the water.
3. The Ceramic Cafe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By ScotHilton10 - Fife, United Kingdom
Love this place. I'm in my 60s, as is my husband, my daughters are in their early 30s & my Grandson in 3 & a half. We ALL go to the Ceramic Cafe regularly. Fantastic place for young families too. It's a wonderful, relaxed atmosphere, & a great mindful activity. The staff are friendly & helpful, & particularly good with very young children. Prices are very reasonable, & you can't not try the excellent cakes & coffee! Highly recommended!
4. Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 342 reviews
Come along and discover the original birthplace cottage of Andrew Carnegie (1835-1919). Find out how Andrew, born a weaver’s son in Dunfermline, emigrated to America and became the richest man in the world, and one of the most generous philanthropists of all time. The Memorial Hall adjoining the cottage tells the story of Andrew Carnegie’s lasting legacy which includes internationally renowned landmarks such as the Carnegie Hall in New York, the Peace Palace in The Hague, over 2,800 public libraries around the globe, Mount Wilson Observatory in California, and, of course, the Diplodocus carnegii dinosaur.
Reviewed By alexn67
Found this hidden gem while visiting Dunfermline abbey. Very informative museum reflecting the life of Andrew Carnegie. Great staff as well! Thank you for advising my wife on buying the proper Carnegie biography - she managed to finish the whole thing during our holidays and has become an expert on steel production in the process ;-)
5. Dunfermline Abbey and Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 627 reviews
Dunfermline Abbey Nave is now open and we are delighted to welcome you back. Booking in advance is essential. Find out more and book at restarthistory.scot. Please note the palace remains closed at this time. Admire one of Scotland's most impressive medieval interiors and most important royal sites, founded as a priory in about 1080. Robert the Bruce was buried in the medieval choir, now beneath the Abbey church of 1821. St Margaret and David I are among a number of monarchs and other royalty laid to rest here. Charles I was born in the palace that grew up alongside the abbey.
Reviewed By N9346YImariah
We were very impressed by this place went not expecting too much as we know the palace was a ruin however the historic Scotland staff member really brought it to life. His knowledge and direction were superb. My daughter was given a quiz which kept her engaged while we were exploring. The nave of the abbey was beautiful, disappointing the the actual abbey was closed for winter so we were unable to visit the resting place of king Robert the Bruce we will definitely try and take a trip back at some point. There is a small museum just next to the abbey which is also worth a visit free entry and has a lovely tea room. Thumbs up from us!
6. Scottish Vintage Bus Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 126 reviews
Reviewed By 910shaunr
this is a gem of a museum hidden away in the Fife countryside,buses dating from your childhood to present day,just having a seat inside the buses you saw and used from childhood to being teenager,brings back so many forgotten memories,well worth a visit
7. Pittencrieff Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 737 reviews
Reviewed By berglas71 - Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
The trees are now taking on their autumn colours, great photo opportunities, there is plenty of open and wooded areas for dogs to run about, there is a play area next to the main carpark( free to park but it is patrolled by parking attendants so remember to put your blue badge up in disabled bays and stay out of the coach bays if in a car) there is more parking available down at the pavilion where you will find a cafe and toilets. Outside to the left of the cafe are more public toilets and further on the museum and a heated hothouse full of tropical plants and fish. To the left of the public toilets walk under the stone bridge to get to the Glen (where there are the most squirrels waiting to be fed). Beware of the bridge in the Glen the walls either side aren't very tall and the drop on either side is very high.
8. Carnegie Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
9. Fife Leisure Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By manesha95 - Birmingham, United Kingdom
This is a perfect place to spend some time on a rainy or sunny day. The mini golf is brilliant, with both an indoor and outdoor course. The bowling is good too with a fun atmosphere and vibe; it has an arcade and plenty of pool tables. The leisure park has multiple places to eat and a free car park.
10. Balmule Fishery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Family run fishery on the outskirts of Dunfermline. Well stocked with Rainbow, Blue and Brown trout up to double figures. Family friendly with a lodge selling snacks and tackle. Suitable for anglers of all levels - perfect for beginners with help on hand to get you started.
Reviewed By Jock06 - Kirkliston, United Kingdom
Went here in April 2021. Me and my two kids who are 12 and 9 years old. We hired rods and staff were very helpful and friendly even when my son got his line tangled in the reel. All we caught was a very small fish but my kids were pleased with that. The site has toilets which can be accessed despite Covid restrictions. There’s also chickens on site that kids will like and I noticed a food van when I was there which I assume is open once Covid restrictions are lifted. As for cost then we were around £22 for all three of us including rod hire and bait. That covered us for 2 hours which was plenty. To the staff that work there - thank you for all your help! You really make the experience great so keep up the good work! Will definitely be going back.
