More info: parliament.scot
For little ones aged 6 weeks to 5 years
Tuesday - Thursdays open 9am-6pm
NB: Children of parliament workers obviously get priority. But this is open to visitors too.
Busiest 11am-1pm.
Book one day ahead. Or at last session.
What we loved:
Huge range of play facilities (sand pits, climbing frame, kitchen areas, loads of vehicles etc. etc.)
Experienced professional staff
Parent or carer stays in the building - it's dry and has a café, wifi, exhibitions and sight seeing opps plus political debates on screens. Stay tuned into political life!
Totally secure - airport-like check in...
Wifi and foyer so you can work, read or catch up with people
Almost unbelievably, this service is free for up to 3 hours per day or 4 hours if booking once in a week.
For Under 5s incl. babies (good first steps before nursery)
NB: There is also an outdoors with plenty of equipment but kids need to be taken there by staff, so not free flow. You take your own (nut-free etc.) snacks if needed. Water provided.
YOU MUST BE A VISITOR/ STAY IN THE BUILDING!