Dynamic Earth is Edinburgh’s premier science and discovery centre, offering an immersive journey through the epic story of our planet.
Located at the foot of Arthur’s Seat in Holyrood, this world-class attraction combines cutting-edge exhibits and Scotland’s only Planetarium to bring Earth’s history to life.
From the Big Bang to the present day, visitors can explore the dynamic forces that shaped our world, experience dramatic landscapes, and gain a deeper appreciation of the natural wonders that make our planet extraordinary.
Weather forecast
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07/07/25
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Weather forecast for Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel (0.3 miles away) updated 07/07/25 at 04:01.
Local light pollution
Dynamic Earth is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to an urban location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite.
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The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Best time to visit
The below chart shows when the skies will be at their darkest at this location and therefore the best time to visit. Moonlight is shown in light yellow and the Sun's twilight in light blue. Midnight on the date shown is shown as a white line with sunset to the left and sunrise the next morning to the right. A black background with stars shows the best times for stargazing. See our dark sky calendar for more details.
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If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
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