# 16 Family days out in East Lothian (2026) > 16 family days out in East Lothian, best reviewed first — including Scottish Seabird Centre. Ratings, locations and details. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/east-lothian/attractions/family-friendly (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. 16 listed · best reviewed first Updated 3 November 2026 · Ratings from Google · [All attractions and things to do in East Lothian](https://staycation.co.uk/east-lothian/attractions) [Families 16](https://staycation.co.uk/east-lothian/attractions/family-friendly) [Dog-friendly 5](https://staycation.co.uk/east-lothian/attractions/dog-friendly) [North Berwick Scottish Seabird Centre ★ 4.5 (3,280) Discover Scotland's incredible coastal wildlife at this harbourside centre, featuring interactive cameras that bring you face-to-face with puffins, gannets and seals in their natural habitat.](https://staycation.co.uk/north-berwick/attractions/scottish-seabird-centre) [Dunbar East Links Family Park ★ 4.6 (2,015) Meet friendly farm animals and explore exciting outdoor adventures including go-karts, a safari train ride and maze at this Dunbar attraction with picnic areas and onsite dining.](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/attractions/east-links-family-park) [Gullane Gullane Beach ★ 4.8 (1,313) This expansive sandy stretch along Marine Terrace offers excellent wheelchair access and welcomes picnickers to enjoy seaside fun, from paddling in the waves to creating sandy masterpieces on the shore.](https://staycation.co.uk/gullane/attractions/gullane-beach) [Musselburgh Newhailes House and Gardens Musselburgh ★ 4.5 (1,188) This National Trust Scotland estate near Edinburgh offers families historic rooms to explore, expansive grounds for wandering, and facilities including baby changing areas and ramps.](https://staycation.co.uk/musselburgh/attractions/newhailes-house-and-gardens-musselburgh) [North Berwick Archerfield Walled Garden ★ 4.4 (1,058) This enchanting historic garden offers families a delightful woodland trail filled with fairy-tale surprises, plus refreshments and full accessibility for wheelchairs, pushchairs and pups.](https://staycation.co.uk/north-berwick/attractions/archerfield-walled-garden) [North Berwick North Berwick Mystery Treasure Trail ★ 4.7 (495) Explore North Berwick while cracking codes and hunting down a criminal in this family-friendly detective adventure starting from Quality Street. Pack a picnic and let the kids channel their inner sleuth!](https://staycation.co.uk/north-berwick/attractions/north-berwick-mystery-treasure-trail) [North Berwick Yellowcraig ★ 4.7 (495) This Dirleton park offers outdoor space for families to explore, though facilities are limited with no toilets or baby-changing areas and picnics aren't permitted.](https://staycation.co.uk/north-berwick/attractions/yellowcraig) [Musselburgh AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Edinburgh ★ 4.4 (613) Bounce into action at Edinburgh's premier indoor trampoline venue, featuring high-flying fun zones for all ages with baby changing facilities and assistance for guests requiring extra support.](https://staycation.co.uk/musselburgh/attractions/airhop-adventure-trampoline-park-edinburgh) [Dunbar John Muir Country Park ★ 4.8 (273) Explore Dunbar's stunning coastal landscape with sandy shores perfect for families, welcoming wheelchairs, pushchairs, dogs and little ones with full facilities for all visitors.](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/attractions/john-muir-country-park) [Prestonpans Prestongrange Museum ★ 4.4 (286) This East Lothian heritage site welcomes families with full accessibility, picnic areas, and dining options. Well-equipped facilities include baby changing rooms and plenty of parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/prestonpans/attractions/prestongrange-museum) [Dunbar Tyninghame Beach ★ 4.8 (171) This expansive sandy coastline offers plenty of space for children to explore and play, with wheelchair access and the option to bring your own picnic for a perfect family day out.](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/attractions/tyninghame-beach) [Dunbar John Muirs Birthplace ★ 4.7 (166) Step into the childhood home of America's legendary wilderness advocate at this engaging Dunbar museum, featuring hands-on exhibits celebrating John Muir's environmental legacy.](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/attractions/john-muirs-birthplace) [Haddington Jabberwocky Soft Play and Cafe ★ 4.2 (172) Let little ones burn off energy in this welcoming indoor play centre with wheelchair access, baby-changing rooms and a café serving snacks for hungry families.](https://staycation.co.uk/haddington/attractions/jabberwocky-soft-play-and-cafe) [Cockburnspath Pease Dean Wildlife Reserve ★ 4.8 (28) Explore woodland trails and spot local wildlife at this natural reserve near Dunbar, where families can enjoy picnics amid scenic surroundings. Snacks available on-site, though facilities are limited.](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/attractions/pease-dean-wildlife-reserve) [Dunbar Dunbar Town House Museum and Gallery ★ 4.4 (34) Discover local heritage through rotating displays of historical artefacts and artwork on High Street, with expert-led tours revealing fascinating stories from Dunbar's past.](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/attractions/dunbar-town-house-museum-and-gallery) [Dunbar Whitesands Bay ★ 4.2 (9) This expansive sandy stretch beside Whitesand Nature Reserve welcomes families and four-legged friends for picnics and seaside fun, with wheelchair-friendly access throughout.](https://staycation.co.uk/dunbar/attractions/whitesands-bay) ## Quick answers How many family days out are there in East Lothian?+ We list 16 in East Lothian. The best-reviewed are shown first. Which family days out in East Lothian are best reviewed?+ By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Scottish Seabird Centre (4.5/5, 3,280 reviews), East Links Family Park (4.6/5, 2,015 reviews) and Gullane Beach (4.8/5, 1,313 reviews). Is this list up to date?+ It is built live from our listings; ratings come from Google and each venue page shows when its details were last checked. Always confirm with the venue before travelling.