With all the festivals set to run in Edinburgh throughout August, there’s no shortage of things to do in the city.
But there’s much more to Edinburgh that the annual feast of culture, with many of the biggest and most interesting attractions open year-round.
So, if you find yourself looking for something fun to do, here are 11 options to keep you and the family entertained during wet weekends and holidays.
9. Board a royal vessel
The Royal Yacht Britiannia is one of Scotland's most popular attractions and is now welcoming visitors onboard to experience how the Queen sailed the seas until the ship was decommissioned in 1997. Photo: JPI Media
10. Learn how the perfect malt is made
The Scotch Whisky Experience is reopening on May 17, offering a variety of tours for those keen to learn everything there is to know about Scotland's national drink. Photo: Canva
11. Star in your own cliffhanger
The Edinburgh International Climbing Arena has reopened post-lockdown, offering challenges for everybody from complete novices to hardened mountaineers. Photo: Canva