Explore West Lothian

Almond Valley

There’s plenty to do and see at Almond Valley! Meet friendly animals of all shapes and sizes­ such as Reindeer, Shetland ponies, mini donkeys, Alpacas, Highland cattle and so much more. Almond Valley is ideal for a day trip with the kids with a variety of activities available for the whole family. Explore the peaceful riverside trails, woodland walks and let the kids go wild in the unique play areas where you can find pedal carts and trampolines.

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Service: X22

Edinburgh Zoo

Edinburgh Zoo’s extensive animal collection will have you visiting over 2,500 rare and beautiful animals from all around the world. Meet Edinburgh Zoo’s newest residents – giraffes! Visit Penguins Rock, the famous colony in Europe’s largest outdoor penguin pool and you can even see how the living links and chimp enclosure are used as field stations and research centres for the study of primates.  

Need a sneak peek? See the UK’s only giant pandas and koalas live here.

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Services: X24, X25, X38

Five Sisters Zoo

Home to over 196 different species from around the world, Five Sister Zoo is excellent for educational and fun days out for everyone. Learn about all the exotic mammals, reptiles and birds and see them up close.

Five Sisters Zoo is a great day out for everyone all year round, so book your visit and meet the exotic animals.

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Services: 26, 26A

Edinburgh City Centre

Just a bus ride away is Edinburgh's bustling Centre. When the festival stops, the fun doesn’t! And whilst you're there, say hello to our friends at Bright Bus Tours!

Services: X22, X23, X24, X25, X38

Polkemmet Country Park 

Polkemmet Country Park, near Whitburn, not only has beautiful riverside walks, woodland trails, picnic areas with BBQ hire available, you can meet over 100 owls from around the world, watch them soar through the sky and even take pictures with them at the Scottish Own Centre. You can also find Polkemmet’s 9-hole golf course with an unusual 9th hole over the river, a 15-bay floodlit golf range and putting green.

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Service: X22

Eliburn Park 

Stroll along the scenic Eliburn reservoir and explore woodland paths at Eliburn Park. The nature-themed play area is perfect for adventurous children. You can find three full-sized football pitches and a smaller kick pitch leased by Livingston FC Community Club.

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Service: X22

Almond Park 

Almond Park runs along the River Almond offering beautiful views along the riverside and woodland walks. Pack a picnic and spend an afternoon with friends and family and let the kids explore the play areas for ages 3-18.

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Service: 27

Linlithgow Palace

Explore the historical ruins of the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots and more recently a filming location for Outlander. Linlithgow Palace was the birthplace of numerous monarchs overlooking the picturesque loch and views of the Forth Bridges. The impressive retreat, known as ‘the pleasure palace’ was an ideal place for royals to break the journey between Edinburgh Castle and Stirling Castle. Discover what life was like for Scottish royalty exploring the home of past King’s and Queen’s from bed chambers to the Great Hall.  

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Services: 1, X38

Jupiter Artland 

Jupiter Artland is an award-winning contemporary sculpture garden stretching over 100 acres of meadow, woodland and indoor gallery spaces. Jupiter Artland features over 30 unique site-specific sculptures as well as a seasonal programme of carefully curated exhibitions and events from a plethora of artists, both emerging and established. Book your visit and explore the sculptures and exhibitions at Jupiter Artland. You can even pick up unique gifts. 

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Service: X22, X23

West Lothian Leisure 

West Lothian Leisure has a number of activity centres across the West Lothian area.

• Xcite Armadale (Service X25) – 25m swimming pool and a refurbished gym and much more.
• Xcite Bathgate (Service X25) - 25m swimming pool, a refurbished gym and a 9-hole golf course and much more.
• Xcite Broxburn Sports Centre/Swimming pool (Service X25) - Swimming pools, saunas, steam room, spacebugs soft play, a gym with Technogym equipment and indoor and outdoor football courts and much more.
• Xcite Craigswood (Services 26A, 26) - outdoor Athletics Track, a gym with Technogym equipment and Spacebugs soft play and much more.
• Xcite East Calder (Services X22, X23) - a gym and a range of indoor and outdoor facilities.
• Xcite Livingston (Service X25) – Leisure pool with fumes, a gym with brand new Technogym equipment, Spacebugs soft play, a cafe and much more!
• Xcite Whitburn (Service 600) - a gym with brand new Technogym equipment, a 25m swimming pool with a steam room and sauna, Spacebugs soft play along with much more.