Attractions

Around the World Star Flyer

Try it if you dare! Edinburgh’s Christmas hosts the world's largest transportable Star Flyer!  At a whopping 80m tall, the Starflyer towers over the East Princes Street Garden Christmas Market and provides the finest (and most thrilling!) views of the stunning city centre skyline.   Hold on tight and enjoy the views as you fly high above the rooftops! Restrictions: Riders must be a minimum 1.2m in height Riders under 1.4m must be accompanied by a responsible paying adult No babes in arms Rules: No leaning over the safety bar at any time No swinging on the chairs Remove all loose footwear No sharp objects, food, drink or bags on the ride Small children can only ride when accompanied by a responsible paying adult Each seat must be occupied by one individual, no doubling up. 2 persons in 1 car Please secure all valuables as management will not be responsible for any loss or damage You must have a valid ticket to enter the ride  

Location Edinburgh's Christmas - Star Flyer

subvenue East Princes Street Gardens

Family, Attractions, East Princes Street Market

LNER Big Wheel

The LNER Big Wheel returns to East Princes Street Gardens to give passengers a unique perspective of our spectacular city.   Enjoy the comfort of the enclosed and weather-proof pods with incredible views of the historic Old Town, Edinburgh Castle and Arthur’s Seat, and sparkling evening views of Edinburgh’s Christmas attractions.   One ride on the Big Wheel won’t be enough!  Edinburgh residents with proof of their EH postcode will receive a 20% discount.  Family tickets are also available. Family tickets are valid for four people with a maximum of 2 adults.  Tickets are valid for one visit at any time on your selected date.   Open 10:00—22:00 pm (last admission 21:30 pm). Tickets are date-specific, but there are no set time slots—admission is on a first-come, first-served basis.  Please allow extra time if you plan to attend during busy periods.  Each pod can fit up to 6 people – at peak times you may be required to share with others, pods are not exclusive.  An adult ticket holder must accompany children 13 and under. If you can toddle, a ticket is required. The Big Wheel pods can accommodate manual wheelchair users.    LNER BIG WHEEL OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS   Open 10am to 10pm daily with last ride at 930pm. Differing opening hours below for specific dates.   Wednesday, 24th December: 10:00 - 20:00  Friday, 26th December: 12:00 - 20:00  Wednesday, 31st December: 10:00 - 17:30  Thursday, 1st January: 12:00 - 20:00  Sunday, 4th January: 10:00 - 18:00

Location Edinburgh's Christmas - Big Wheel

subvenue Big Wheel

Family, Attractions

Santa's Stories

Santa will once again be visiting Edinburgh's Christmas with his elves to delight the little ones with our celebrated Santa’s Stories experience. The magic of Christmas is brought to life, as Santa and his helpers make Edinburgh their home for the season! The halls of his cabin are decked, the hot chocolate simmering away and blankets toasted to keep your tootsies warm as we settle in for a festive tale and to meet the big man himself. All performances last approximately 20 minutes. Relaxed, Audio Described and BSL interpreted sessions will be available. Check the listing when it's time to book. Please see below for full event information.

Location Edinburgh's Christmas - Santa's Stories

subvenue West Princes Street Gardens

Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party

Location Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Street Party

subvenue Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party

Event, Family, Outdoor

Torchlight Procession

Location Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Torchlight Procession

subvenue Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Torchlight Procession

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Around the World Star Flyer

Try it if you dare! Edinburgh’s Christmas hosts the world's largest transportable Star Flyer!  At a whopping 80m tall, the Starflyer towers over the East Princes Street Garden Christmas Market and provides the finest (and most thrilling!) views of the stunning city centre skyline.   Hold on tight and enjoy the views as you fly high above the rooftops! Restrictions: Riders must be a minimum 1.2m in height Riders under 1.4m must be accompanied by a responsible paying adult No babes in arms Rules: No leaning over the safety bar at any time No swinging on the chairs Remove all loose footwear No sharp objects, food, drink or bags on the ride Small children can only ride when accompanied by a responsible paying adult Each seat must be occupied by one individual, no doubling up. 2 persons in 1 car Please secure all valuables as management will not be responsible for any loss or damage You must have a valid ticket to enter the ride  

Location Edinburgh's Christmas - Star Flyer

subvenue East Princes Street Gardens

Family, Attractions, East Princes Street Market

LNER Big Wheel

The LNER Big Wheel returns to East Princes Street Gardens to give passengers a unique perspective of our spectacular city.   Enjoy the comfort of the enclosed and weather-proof pods with incredible views of the historic Old Town, Edinburgh Castle and Arthur’s Seat, and sparkling evening views of Edinburgh’s Christmas attractions.   One ride on the Big Wheel won’t be enough!  Edinburgh residents with proof of their EH postcode will receive a 20% discount.  Family tickets are also available. Family tickets are valid for four people with a maximum of 2 adults.  Tickets are valid for one visit at any time on your selected date.   Open 10:00—22:00 pm (last admission 21:30 pm). Tickets are date-specific, but there are no set time slots—admission is on a first-come, first-served basis.  Please allow extra time if you plan to attend during busy periods.  Each pod can fit up to 6 people – at peak times you may be required to share with others, pods are not exclusive.  An adult ticket holder must accompany children 13 and under. If you can toddle, a ticket is required. The Big Wheel pods can accommodate manual wheelchair users.    LNER BIG WHEEL OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS   Open 10am to 10pm daily with last ride at 930pm. Differing opening hours below for specific dates.   Wednesday, 24th December: 10:00 - 20:00  Friday, 26th December: 12:00 - 20:00  Wednesday, 31st December: 10:00 - 17:30  Thursday, 1st January: 12:00 - 20:00  Sunday, 4th January: 10:00 - 18:00

Location Edinburgh's Christmas - Big Wheel

subvenue Big Wheel

Family, Attractions

Santa's Stories

Santa will once again be visiting Edinburgh's Christmas with his elves to delight the little ones with our celebrated Santa’s Stories experience. The magic of Christmas is brought to life, as Santa and his helpers make Edinburgh their home for the season! The halls of his cabin are decked, the hot chocolate simmering away and blankets toasted to keep your tootsies warm as we settle in for a festive tale and to meet the big man himself. All performances last approximately 20 minutes. Relaxed, Audio Described and BSL interpreted sessions will be available. Check the listing when it's time to book. Please see below for full event information.

Location Edinburgh's Christmas - Santa's Stories

subvenue West Princes Street Gardens

Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party

Location Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Street Party

subvenue Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party

Event, Family, Outdoor

Torchlight Procession

Location Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Torchlight Procession

subvenue Edinburgh's Hogmanay - Torchlight Procession