Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World is the world's longest running butterfly house.

A family friendly centre set in the grounds of one of the UK's largest garden centres.

Discover an abundance of tropical butterflies, insects, snakes, frogs and more.

Daily Events: Butterfly Talk, Fish Feeding, Animal Handling Session and Animal Feeding

A tropical paradise just 20 minutes from Edinburgh City Centre.

There is an excellent restaurant/cafe, deli bar and Farm Foodhall at Dobbies Garden World. Outside picnic areas are provided close to the play park.

The Dobbies Garden World restaurant offers a comprehensive array of healthy eating options. The Farm Foodhall provides top quality, locally sourced produce.

At the Jungle Gift Shop there are a wide range of unique and affordable gifts for all. The garden centre also offers a range of plants, outdoor & indoor furniture, clothing, giftware, gardening tools & equipment, toys & games, live chickens, pet care, reptile & aquatic items and many more.

Toilets on site and at Dobbies Garden World (including disabled and baby changing facilities).

Full baby changing facilities at Dobbies Garden World. Push chairs are permitted in the attraction.

Located just off the Edinburgh City Bypass at the Gilmerton exit or at the Sheriffhall roundabout. Lothian Buses 3, 3A or 29.

We suggest you allow at least two hours for your visit. Buy an ID Guide for £1 as a souvenir and to identify the many exotic butterflies you'll see. Make sure you experience one of the public animal handling sessions at 12 noon or 3pm. It is hot and humid in the attraction all year round so prepare to take outer layers off before entering. New for 2011 - We now do Birthday Parties

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