



15+ Indoor Activities in the Borders for Families
the Borders has a wide range of indoor activities for families — from soft play centres and museums to arts venues and climbing walls. All venues here are fully or primarily indoors, making them reliable on wet days.
Museums(7)

Jedburgh Castle Jail & Museum
★4.5Explore Jedburgh's fascinating history through museum exhibits housed in a restored 18th-century castle jail building.

Trimontium Museum
★4.8Explore the largest Roman fort north of Hadrian's Wall through immersive exhibits, VR experiences, and hands-on history sessions for all ages.

Borders Textile Towerhouse
★4.6Explore the rich history of textile production in the Scottish Borders at this historic towerhouse museum.

The Great Tapestry of Scotland
★4.8Explore Scotland's rich history through an extraordinary embroidered tapestry, complete with interactive galleries and creative workshops for the whole family.

Abbotsford the home of Sir Walter Scott
★4.6Explore the 19th-century home of novelist Sir Walter Scott, filled with collections, stories, and the gardens he created, offering family activities and woodland estate walks.
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Castles(2)

Floors Castle
★4.6Explore a magnificent Scottish castle with stunning gardens, grounds, and family-friendly facilities including cafés and gift shops.

Hermitage Castle
★4.5Explore a dramatic medieval fortress set in the Scottish Borders with outdoor ruins to discover and historic stories to uncover.
Country Parks(2)

The Hirsel Estate
★4.5Explore waymarked walking trails, a museum of country life, craft workshops, and tea room across this historic estate in the Scottish Borders.

St Abbs Head
★4.8Explore dramatic coastal cliffs teeming with seabirds, rare plants and stunning Scottish scenery perfect for outdoor family adventures.
Swimming Pools(2)

Rock UK Whithaugh Park
★4.7Experience outdoor adventures and indoor activities including climbing, mountain biking, and swimming at this multi-purpose adventure centre.

Teviotdale Leisure Centre
★4.2Enjoy swimming pools, fitness facilities, and sports activities at this modern leisure centre serving the local community.
Wildlife Centers(2)

Bird Gardens Scotland CIC
★4.8Bird conservation breeding centre in the Scottish Borders, home to over 300 birds from around the world.

Philiphaugh Salmon Viewing Centre & Golden Eagle Eyrie
★4.2Explore a historic Scottish estate with woodland walks, salmon viewing, golden eagle watching, and family-friendly countryside activities in the scenic Borders.
Botanical Garden(1)
Bowling(1)
City Park(1)
Play Café(1)
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