Edinburgh Airport 29 min
Polkemmet Country Park (11 min)
Wildlife and country walks in parkland with play area, 9-hole golf course and visitor centre. Cairnpapple Hill (19 min)
Prehistory, archaeological excavation, and history Midhope Castle (32 min)
The exterior of this 15th-century castle on a working farm is featured on the TV series Outlander. Beecraigs Country Park (23 min)
Vast area of parkland with herds of red deer and highland cattle, a fishing loch and visitor centre. Linlithgow Palace (25 min)
The ruins of the elegant medieval birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, set within parkland by a loch. Almond Valley (15 min)
Working watermill with a museum, farm animal enclosures, train and tractor rides and play areas. Edinburgh International Climbing Arena: Ratho (27 min)
Climbing centre built into quarry walls, with aerial assault course, bouldering room and gym. Muiravonside Country Park (25 min)
170-acre wooded park featuring a mini farm with animals, forested trails, a playground & a cafe. Scottish Owl Centre (11 min)
Owls and safari park Jupiter Artland (22 min)
Contemporary art park and gallery, showcasing outdoor work by leading sculpture and land artists. House Of The Binns (32 min)
This grand 17th-century house on scenic parkland displays family portraits, porcelain & antiques. Five Sisters Zoo (10 min)
From meerkats to arctic wolves and woodland bears, in a zoo with a play park and handling sessions. Pentland Hills (49 min)
Countryside park featuring small, lush peaks & hiking paths, plus 2 visitor centres with parking. Almondell & Calderwood Country Park (26 min)
Tranquil park with trails for walking, cycling, or horseback riding, a river & a visitor centre. Callendar House (32 min)
19th-century chateau and medieval tower, with staff in Georgian costume, set in landscaped parkland. | 
