Activities for Edinburgh
Edinburgh Castle dominates the capital and offers stunning views of the city and countryside. As part of the visit you… Read More
J. K. Rowling famously wrote the first instalment of theHarry Potterseries in a number of cafes in Edinburgh. On a… Read More
The Royal Yacht Britannia spent 44 years carrying the Royal Family around the world, covering over a million nautical miles… Read More
Journey into the depths of Edinburgh's darkest history with a visit to the Edinburgh Dungeons! Professional actors will bring history… Read More
The National Museum of Scotland is a must-visit on a school trip to Edinburgh. Here, you'll find some fantastic exhibitions… Read More
For any groups studying the history of medicine, a visit to the History of Surgery Museum in Edinburgh is unmissable… Read More
The Camera Obscura show is a fascinating and highly amusing way to see the city and learn about its history… Read More
The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art is home to a wonderful collection of modern and contemporary art from 1900… Read More
Frequently Asked Questions
We would recommend spending around 3 days in Edinburgh to make the most out of visiting the Scottish capital on your school trip.
Edinburgh is a relatively compact city, with many of the main sights within walking distance of each other. For longer journeys, we would recommend using Edinburgh's excellent buses and trams.
You cannot visit Edinburgh without a visit to Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse which sit at opposite ends of the Royal Mile to one another. We would also highly recommend the Harry Potter walking tour, which offers the opportunity to find out how the city inspired J K Rowling's world-famous series.
There are quite a few free things to do in Edinburgh on your school trip. You could visit the city's beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens which, as well as the beautiful plants, also offers spectacular views across the Edinburgh cityscape, including Edinburgh Castle. The spectacular St. Giles Cathedral is also free to visit and is on the Royal Mile. And if your group is interested in fine art, you'll be pleased to discover that the Scottish National Gallery is also free to visit.
Edinburgh offers lots of educational opportunities for a range of subjects including art, history and even music, making it a fantastic option for a cross-curricular school trip.
Why choose Halsbury?
Here are just a few reasons why teachers choose Halsbury for educational school trips that inspire.

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School trips designed by teachers for teachers
Originally founded by teachers in 1986, we understand the pressures on you as Group Leader and are here to make the process of running your school trip as easy as possible.
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School trips tailored to your curriculum
We'll design your trip around your specific learning objectives and curriculum, to ensure your school trip is a truly educational experience.
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Health & safety prioritised
As a proud Assured Member of the School Travel Forum, the health and safety of your group is always our priority.
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Support every step of the way
We'll be with you every step of the way, from your very first enquiry until the moment you return home, including 24-hour support while you’re on your school trip.
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Financially secure school trips
We're ABTA bonded and all our air tours are ATOL protected, so you can be sure that your school trip is financially secure.
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Rewarding loyalty scheme
You'll earn loyalty points from your very first school trip with Halsbury. These can be used towards a discount on your school trip or a free gift for your school.