What to do and see in Edinburgh, Scotland: The Best Game & Entertainment Centers

December 16, 2021 Almeta Stockton

Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city, renowned for its heritage, culture and festivals. Take a long walk around the centre to explore the World Heritage Sites of the Old Town and New Town, as well as all the area’s museums and galleries. Then stop for a delicious meal made from fresh Scottish produce before heading out to take in one of Edinburgh’s many events — including the famous summer festivals of culture, or the Winter Festivals of music, light and ceilidhs.
Restaurants in Edinburgh

1. Delta Force Paintball Edinburgh

Haggs Road Wood Burnwynd, Edinburgh EH27 8ED Scotland +44 844 477 5058 [email protected] http://www.paintballgames.co.uk/paintballing-edinburgh-centre
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5.0 based on 104 reviews

Delta Force Paintball Edinburgh

Delta Force Paintball Edinburgh is based on the western outskirts of Edinburgh, not very far from the M9. Our incredible game zones consist of bridges, graveyards and replica villages which provide our players with an adrenaline-fuelled day of paintball action. Our Edinburgh paintball centre has been awarded 5 stars by the Scottish Tourist Board. We also host a unique type of paintballing called Splat Shotz, which will provide younger children with a low impact paintball day of fun.

2. Honey Pot Creative Cafe

1 Long Craig Road Port Neuk, South Queensferry, Edinburgh EH30 9TD Scotland +44 131 319 2323 [email protected] http://www.honeypotcreativecafe.com
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5.0 based on 113 reviews

Honey Pot Creative Cafe

We are a drop-in Arts and Crafts Studio where you can paint ceramics, try glass fusing, make clay hand and foot impressions, model with clay, try throwing a pot on our pottery wheel, make bath bombs and soap. Our venue is a wonderful creative space for everyone, with magnificent views over the Firth of Forth.

Reviewed By Jenp6

Fantastic afternoon making keepsakes. Staff were excellent with the babies and they do a great toastie! Highly recommend :)

3. Great Away Days

Great Away Days Hopetoun Estate, Queensferry, South Queensferry, Edinburgh EH52 6QD Scotland +44 1738 840804 [email protected] http://www.greatawaydays.co.uk/activities/activities-edinburgh/
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5.0 based on 175 reviews

Great Away Days

Great Away Days is one of Scotland's largest outdoors activities providers with over 15 years experience in the field. We pride ourselves on providing the very best in outdoor adventure activities at affordable prices and our professionalism in what we do is second to none. Come and experience it for yourself!

Reviewed By Fusionsystem

Had and amazing time during the highland games and archery, the guys there are fantastic, aswell as the guys that you book it with. A worth while fun filled experience would highly recomend

4. Edinburgh Combat Challenge

Lugton Bogs Gilmerton Road, Edinburgh EH18 1AR Scotland +44 7732 231220 [email protected] http://www.edinburghcombatchallenge.com
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5.0 based on 60 reviews

Edinburgh Combat Challenge

Edinburgh Combat Challenge is an exciting new laser combat game using state of the art authentic infra-red weapons with a range of up to 200 metres. You can experience being part of a real life computer game set outdoors with authentic live sounds and game plays. It's completely safe with no hidden costs. It's a great fun day out for all the family with participants from the age 8 upwards able to take part in our games set in our woodland. We have free on-site parking and are on an LRT bus route. We are situated just 4 miles from the city centre. Bookings need to be made in advance and we can run parties every day.

Reviewed By KeithWhailin - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Fantastic place for a group outing. We took a group of eight 13 year olds and they all had a ball. Location is great, right next to the city bypass. Loads of parking. Toilet facilities in a restaurant that is a 2 minute walk away. Very friendly and helpful staff. Well organized to maximize game-playing time. We took a group of kids but this would be enjoyable for groups of adults, or mixed groups of adults and kids. Also, definitely not just for boys! COVID Regulations All kit was sanitized before and after use by the event staff. Masks were worn by the staff at all times. Track and Trace information was taken via the forms in the website which are handed in to the organizer before the event starts. Good value for money. No complaints - A+. Will definitely use again.

5. Bungydome Edinburgh

West Gardens Cottage Princes Street Ross Bandstand, Edinburgh EH2 2HG Scotland +44 7843 688379 http://www.bubbleparc.com
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Bungydome Edinburgh

6. Lawnmarket Old Time Photos

459-461 Lawnmarket Wardrop's Close, Edinburgh EH1 2NT Scotland +44 131 225 8118 [email protected] http://lawnmarketphotos.com/
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5.0 based on 54 reviews

Lawnmarket Old Time Photos

Capture memories in the heart of Edinburgh! Step into a time travelling experience, choose your era, choose your costume, strike a pose! Create the ultimate personalised souvenir. Step into our traditional Scottish vista, dress up in authentic Scottish costume, choose form a wide array of props, strike a pose and leave with an incredible memory captured on camera. Now you can book in our new web, check it out! https://lawnmarketphotos.com/

Reviewed By dskneau - Larchmont, United States

Excellent and fun experience and now have a great souvenir of our trip to Scotland. Definitely recommend!!! Reasonable pricing and great customer service.

7. Edinburgh Chihuahua Cafe

15B Frederick Street, Edinburgh EH2 2EY Scotland +44 131 629 1860 [email protected] http://edinburghchihuahuacafe.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 229 reviews

Edinburgh Chihuahua Cafe

Combining two of life’s simple pleasures – cake and dogs. Our interactive animal experience allows you to take time to relax and indulge in some very rewarding company. Book a session and, once inside, our resident Chihuahuas will be roaming freely amongst guests for you to pet, cuddle, play with, take photos or simply observe and enjoy. We’re excited to meet you and welcome you in to our pack!

Reviewed By hrosecl - Lincoln, United Kingdom

Had a great time at the café with some flatmates! I missed my dog back at home having just moved to Edinburgh so this was the perfect experience, the dogs were adorable and very friendly and the staff were great too! It was a really relaxed environment and you can tell the dogs enjoy it too, it’s a unique experience (as most cafés usually have cats) and I’d 100% recommend it to anyone!

8. The Realm VR

600 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh EH11 3AL Scotland +44 131 339 2000 [email protected] http://www.therealmvr.com
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5.0 based on 765 reviews

The Realm VR

WHAT IS THE REALM? Imagine a world you can see, hear and touch. A world you can walk around and even interact with real people around the world. Using the very latest in Virtual Reality and computing technology The Realm VR takes you a journey, that will simply blow your mind. NOTE: Booking or calling in advance to check availability is highly recommended.

Reviewed By Sherpa659984

Great VR experience, kids and adults absolutely loved it, place is immaculately clean with very friendly and attentive staff, coffee also good which is a bonus ????total immersive experience in your own vr booth, we will be coming back again and again ????

9. Department Of Magic

9-11 Blair Street, Edinburgh EH1 1QR Scotland +44 131 357 0377 [email protected] http://departmentofmagic.com
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5.0 based on 369 reviews

Department Of Magic

The home of witchcraft & wizardry. Take on the Dark Lord in our spellbinding escape rooms, brew up a potions cocktail in our Magic Potions Tavern. Cloaks and wands provided!

Reviewed By foivosc2019 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Great fun! Definitely one of the best (if not the best) escape rooms in town. Coming from someone who has experienced a decent amount of rooms before and a Harry Potter fan this one combines the thrill of doing an escape room with the feeling that you are part of a magical world, without sacrificing one for the other! Will be heading back to do the second room quite soon. Special shout out to Perim, our amazing and super enthusiastic grave keeper and GM!!

10. Black Axe Throwing Co.

Summerhall Place Summerhall, Edinburgh EH9 1PL Scotland +44 7751 193063 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/blackaxethrowingco/
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5.0 based on 81 reviews

Black Axe Throwing Co.

Bored? Stressed? Viking? COME THROW AXES !!! We are Black Axe Throwing Co the home of urban Axe throwing in Edinburgh Come join us for a session or book for your own private party. Let our friendly expert instructors guide you through the basic techniques of axe throwing and help you hone your skills for a big competition finale. A typical session might include, throwing 2 axes at once, laser target practice, trick shots, a rapid-fire round and a whole lot more. If you're a fan of Game of Thrones, Fallout or just want to get your throw on, then this is for you. We are passionate that axe throwing is for everyone. We have hosted guests from across the world of all abilities, so get in touch if you have any questions at all.

Reviewed By DPJ187 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Really good experience, all of us were complete novices to start. You get shown various throwing techniques, get lots of practise and then your let loose for the competition at the end. The staff were all very friendly and knowledgeable (Robin especially) and it was definitely worth doing, particularly if your a slightly larger group. Would definitely recommend and I’ll be going again to unleash my inner viking.

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