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Edinburgh
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What to see in Edinburgh
Edinburgh Attractions
Sightseeing in Edinburgh reveals a score of attractions,
highlighting this ancient city's historical, cultural and visual
charm. Most Edinburgh attractions are quite centrally located and
best enjoyed during the summer, when the days are both longer and
warmer.
Located on the mound of an extinct volcano, Edinburgh Castle hosts
structures from as early as the 12th century, and the National
Gallery has displayed fine works of art to the public since 1859.
For Scottish opera and ballet performances, visit the Edinburgh
Festival Theatre, while the Museum of Edinburgh is another great
attraction.
The Scotch Whisky Experience shows visitors the art of brewing
Scotland's celebrated whiskies, locally referred to as 'the water
of life'. Speaking of water, the Royal Yacht Brittania is docked in
the port of Leith and has hosted the likes of Winston Churchill and
Nelson Mandela. A well-known Edinburgh attraction is the Royal
Botanic Garden, and the Royal Mile in Old Town is another must.
Arthur's Seat
The tallest of the seven hills that form Holyrood Park at 822 feet (250m), Arthur's Seat is actually an extinct volcano…
Edinburgh Castle
The imposing castle that stands on the craggy mound of an extinct volcano in the heart of Edinburgh is not only the city's…
Edinburgh Festival Theatre
The Edinburgh Festival Theatre is used primarily for musical events and touring groups, and it is one of the main venues…
Museum of Edinburgh
Get to grips with the mystery and magic of the ancient city of Edinburgh at the museum dedicated to its history, from…
National Gallery of Scotland
The National Gallery of Scotland is situated in the heart of Edinburgh and is home to Scotland's greatest collection…
Palace of Holyrood House
The Palace of Holyrood was originally an abbey, built in the 12th century, and later the home of Mary, Queen of Scots,…
Rosslyn Chapel
Made famous by the conclusion of the exciting novel (later turned movie) The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown, this…
Royal Botanic Garden
Not just any garden, the Edinburgh Botanic Garden is acknowledged as one of the finest in the world, featuring six percent…
Royal Mile
A 'must see' in Edinburgh is the Royal Mile, a succession of streets forming the main thoroughfare of Edinburgh's Old…
Scotch Whisky Experience
Alongside Edinburgh Castle visitors can enjoy a 'wee dram' and uncover the secrets of brewing Scotland's famed malt,…
Stirling Castle
One of the most impressive Scottish castles in the region, Stirling Castle has a famous history of clashes between British…
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