E.I.C.A. Ratho
EICA Ratho is Europe's largest indoor Climbing Arena. World-class Climbing Walls and Olympic Standard Bouldering.
Climbing Arena
Clip n Climb
Bouldering Rooms
Gym
Soft Play
Group Fitness Studios
Cafes
Climb
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Located on the outskirts of Edinburgh in Ratho, the Edinburgh International Climbing Arena (EICA) makes it easy to live life’s adventure.
EICA is Europe’s largest indoor climbing area and alongside world-class climbing walls, features competition grade boulders, certified speed walls, Clip n’ Climb and 2 bouldering rooms. A fully equipped gym overlooking the main quarry and a softplay means we have something for the whole family.
Activity Timetables at EICA Ratho
Each activity available at Edinburgh Leisure has its own timetable. Please see the relevant activity page for an individual breakdown of times and availability of sessions across all our venues.
Click below to see the available climbing sessions, fitness classes and gym sessions at EICA Ratho.
Opening Hours
Opening hours for specific activities may differ from venue opening.
| Day | Main Venue | Climbing | Cafe | Gym | Soft Play | Clip n Climb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09.00 – 21.00 | 10.00 – 21.00 | 09.00 – 20.00 | 09.00 – 21.00 | 09.00 – 17.00 | Closed |
| Tuesday | 09.00 – 22.00 | 10.00 – 22.00 | 09.00 – 20.00 | 09.00 – 21.00 | 09.00 – 17.00 | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10.00 – 21.00 | 10.00 – 21.00 | 10.00 – 20.00 | 10.00 – 21.00 | 10.00 – 17.00 | Closed |
| Thursday | 09.00 – 22.00 | 10.00 – 22.00 | 09.00 – 20.00 | 09.00 – 21.00 | 09.00 – 17.00 | Closed |
| Friday | 09.00 – 21.00 | 10.00 – 21.00 | 09.00 – 20.00 | 09.00 – 21.00 | 09.00 – 17.00 | 14.00 – 18.00 |
| Saturday | 09.00 – 18.00 | 09.00 – 18.00 | 09.00 – 17.00 | 09.00 – 17.00 | 09.00 – 17.00 | 09.00 – 18.00 |
| Sunday | 09.00 – 18.00 | 09.00 – 18.00 | 09.00 – 17.00 | 09.00 – 17.00 | 09.00 – 17.00 | 09.00 – 18.00 |
Prices
Please note Edinburgh Leisure operates in a cashless environment. We accept card and contactless payments only; no cash. Prices correct as of 1st April 2025.
Facilities
EICA is home to Europe’s largest indoor climbing arena, featuring certified speed walls, and competition grade boulders. Enjoy two bouldering rooms including the new Bouldering Zone installed in 2025.
Alongside the world-class climbing facilities there’s a fully equpped gym and studio space for various fitness and gym classes.
Regardless of whether you love to climb or hit the gym, we look forward to welcoming you to EICA.
Ratho is also home to one of our three soft play venues across Edinburgh. Find out more about Scrambles Soft Play at EICA Ratho.
Drop into our on-site Cafe Refresh for hot and cold food, drinks, snacks and treats.
See our Accessibility page for details of the accessible facilities available at this venue.
Bouldering Wall
Bouldering Wall
Climbing Walls
Function Room
Group Fitness Studio
Gym
Meeting Room
Soft Play
New Visitors to EICA Ratho
Everyone visiting EICA:Ratho for the first time for climbing, belaying or bouldering has to complete a registration form. Please see below online registration forms for Climbing and Bouldering that can be completed in advance of your visit.
Register to Climb
If you are new to EICA Ratho you must register as a climber by completing the below form. All new climbers will be asked to complete a competency test upon arrival.
Climbing RegistrationRegister to Boulder
If you are new to EICA Ratho you must register in order to take part in bouldering. You can do this by completing the below form. All new participants will be asked to complete a bouldering competency test upon arrival.
Bouldering RegistrationBring a Guest
Competent and registered climbers at EICA can bring up to two guests to climb under their supervision. A customer can sign guests in at reception where a guest form must be completed upon arrival.
Scrambles at EICA – Ratho’s Indoor Soft Play
Scrambles at the Edinburgh International Climbing Arena is one of our three Soft Play venues at Edinburgh Leisure.
With a baby area, separate frames for toddlers and juniors and a lovely cafe, we look forward to welcoming you to a land of fun and excitement! Adventure is calling and it’s time to find your wild side at Scrambles Soft Play!
You can simply drop in for your soft play sessions at Scrambles – no bookings. We have 60 and 90 minute sessions available.
Enjoy Unlimited Soft Play at our three fantastic venues with our Young Explorer Soft Play Membership.
Parking Changes at EICA
We’re updating parking arrangements at EICA to help maximise the available spaces for our customers. Free parking will continue to be available all day at EICA by entering your car registration number on the tablets found around the venue Charges will apply for non-customers or failure to register your number plate.
Find out more about how these changes may affect you, click below.
Getting Here
EICA Ratho,South Platt Hill,Edinburgh,EH28 8AA
EICA Ratho is located in the Ratho area, to the west of Edinburgh. The venue provides extensive on-site car parking facilities.
Public transport options are limited but services by Lothian Buses Bus 70 runs from the Gyle Centre and Hermiston Park and Ride. Please get off at the Canal Centre bus stop (then cross the bridge and walk 1 mile along the north side of the canal NCR754) Bus connections to Edinburgh City Centre are available from both the Gyle Centre and Hermiston Park and Ride
Cycle along NCR754 passing the union canal from Edinburgh and West Lothian. Bike racks are available on-site by the main entrance.